Cyber Systems Engineer 3/4

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.  

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking Cyber Systems Engineers to support information systems and network design, operation, and security activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Edwards AFB, CA campus.

• →Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• →The selected candidate must have a current in scope U.S. Government Secret security clearance with an investigation completed within the last 6 years or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• →The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance before a start date can be established; maintaining the required SAP clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• →Must have a Security+ certification (or greater) in order to be considered
• →Security Protocols and Monitoring Tools: working knowledge of access controls and exposure to monitoring tools such as Splunk, Nessus, and SolarWinds to effectively detect and respond to security incidents.
• →Experience in the management of Windows Server and Desktop systems, including Microsoft Configuration Management (MCM) and PowerShell, as well as a high level of expertise in VMWare applications and management.
• →Previous experience managing Active Directory Infrastructure.
• →Experience in the administration of Atlassian, Coverity, and Fortify web applications, with a focus on the identification and resolution of performance issues.
• →Extensive knowledge and experience with access controls and comprehensive experience in utilizing monitoring tools such as Splunk, Nessus, and SolarWinds to effectively detect and respond to security incidents.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• The selected candidate must have a current in scope U.S. Government Secret security clearance with an investigation completed within the last 6 years or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance before a start date can be established; maintaining the required SAP clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• Must have a Security+ certification (or greater) in order to be considered
• Experience in the management of Windows Server and Desktop systems, including Microsoft Configuration Management (MCM) and PowerShell, as well as a high level of expertise in VMWare applications and management.
• Previous experience managing Active Directory Infrastructure.
• Experience in the administration of Atlassian, Coverity, and Fortify web applications, with a focus on the identification and resolution of performance issues.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with access controls and comprehensive experience in utilizing monitoring tools such as Splunk, Nessus, and SolarWinds to effectively detect and respond to security incidents.

• Active Top Secret, SCI, or SAP/SAR access is preferred
• Experience in performing configuration management across multiple systems and architectures.
• Experience working with DevOps Processes and Cloud Infrastructure
• Systems administration experience, to include VMWare, vSphere, VDI, and ESXi.
• Understanding of enterprise-level computing platforms involving virtualization, distribution, and high availability.
• VCP (-DCV preferred) or VCAP certification.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

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