Description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst in support of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. NASIC is responsible for creating all-source intelligence defining the present and future air, air defense, cyber, space and ballistic missile threats to enable military operations, force modernization, and policy making.  They should have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver and have broad knowledge of IT security principles, including systems and database software, storage technology, risk evaluation, vulnerability mitigation, and IT security tools. They should also have knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework), and experience in implementing and managing information security programs and controls.

Summary of Responsibilities

Will serve as Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and operate as a part of a team. Daily tasks will include managing software and information system certifications and approvals, incident response coordination, workforce cybersecurity training, and maintenance and content updates of cybersecurity websites.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications for a Cybersecurity Analyst:

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 2 years related experience
  • Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 1-year related experience
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance
• IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Security+
• Knowledge in securing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle), and network devices (routers, switches)
• Understanding of security technologies, such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, antivirus solutions, etc.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst:

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience
  • Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 3 years related experience
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance
• IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Security+
• Knowledge in securing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle), and network devices (routers, switches)
• Understanding of security technologies, such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, antivirus solutions, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with DoD systems and compliance requirements
• Understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, routing, and switching
• Experience with Security Tools such as Nessus, McAfee, Ivanti HEAT, Tanium, Solarwinds, Splunk

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