Principal/Senior Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Roy
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Cybersecurity Analyst in Roy, Utah in support of our Sentinel Program. This role will be required to be located full time in Roy and does not offer a telecommuting option. What You’ll Get to Do: You will be responsible for providing expert level configuration and implementation of security compliance for multiple boundaries at SAP Program levels (SAP) using Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), and DOD Collateral using DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) / National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). You will work alongside peers to help develop and implement a full range of tools to make up a strong security architecture for fast passed and dynamic cloud based programs for Northrop Grumman. You will be responsible for ensuring their statement of work is being completed while delegating lower tasks to be completed by junior cybersecurity. The individual will also provide mentoring junior cybersecurity to raise the bar of the overall cybersecurity team. This role can be filled at the Principal or Senior Principal level, depending on the years of experience candidates bring. Basic Qualifications for Principal Level: Level 03, Principal: Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years' related experience, Master's degree and 3 years of related experience, or PhD with 1 years of related experience. An additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Level: Level 04, Sr Principal: Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years' related experience, Master's degree and 7 years of related experience, or PhD with 4 years of related experience. An additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Remaining Qualifications for Both Levels: • DoD IAT Level II (Principal) or IAT Level III/IAM Level II (Sr. Principal) certification • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and requirements development from control listings. • Proficient in managing multiple responsibilities related to the assurance and implementation of Program Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)/Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) tools. • Capable of assessing the Program's system security posture in compliance with customer requirements and directives. • Adept at adjusting commercial security methodologies and technologies within sensitive and proprietary customer environments in accordance with NIST 800-53. The selected candidate will need to have an active DoD Secret security clearance and once hired, be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance within a reasonable time frame following hire. Maintaining these clearances will be a condition of continued employment. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing cybersecurity policies, processes and tools for cybersecurity frameworks and industry best practices supporting National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53 Knowledge and hands on experience for designing and implementing new controls based on gap analysis and requirements Experience implementing cybersecurity requirements in secure environments Strong domain experience in cloud security and hybrid enterprise environments Knowledge and hands on experience with cybersecurity tools Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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