Cyber Sys Eng 4 (25-572)

Position Overview

At Northrop Grumman, you will join a groundbreaking team working on the revolutionary Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program – a critical component of the Missile Defense System. As a Cyber Tools Integration Specialist, you are responsible for integrating and maintaining essential cybersecurity tools – including Tanium – to ensure seamless operation across the broader system environment. This role, based in Colorado Springs, CO, supports key U.S. leadership at strategic, regional, and operational levels. Note: No relocation assistance available and on-site work is required. Travel is expected up to 10%.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate, configure, and automate the installation of Tanium with existing Cyber Tools on the C2BMC system, replacing the current BigFix Server.
• Verify that Tanium meets all contractual requirements.
• Document the installation process and provide clear instructions for deploying Tanium to the C2BMC Enterprise.
• Install, deploy, and unit test additional Cyber Tools – including ACAS, ArcSight, Delinea, ESS, and Axway Repeater and Responder for Windows MFA in National Team (NT) labs, as well as for the C2BMC Testbed (O13) and Operations.
• Develop and verify installation instructions for Cyber Tools and Vendor Patches.
• Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) as required.
• Manage and address any Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs) related to Cyber Tools.
• Collaborate with local Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations.
• Work closely with various C2BMC teams to ensure compatibility and seamless integration of Cyber Tools into the larger system.
• Document and verify all installation and configuration steps for both lab and operational deliveries.
• Provide feedback to Cyber Leadership and engineering teams to enhance cybersecurity tools and processes.
• Perform technical troubleshooting of software applications, analyze system vulnerabilities, and mitigate risks to achieve system accreditation.

Required Qualifications

• Current security clearance and relevant certifications must be indicated on your resume.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with 8 years of experience; OR a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR 12 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative.
• Must hold a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application and throughout the contract period.
• Must have a current, active, in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs.
• Proven experience with the integration and maintenance of Cyber Tools such as Elastic Stack, ACAS, ArcSight, BigFix, Delinea, ESS, Axway Repeater, Responder for Windows MFA, ICAP, and Tanium – with performance expertise as a Tanium Certified Administrator (TCA) or Tanium Certified Engineer (TCE).
• Experience working with Tanium in air-gapped or classified environments.
• Proficient with OS environments (Windows: GPO, WMI, PowerShell; Linux: RHEL), scripting languages (advanced PowerShell, Python, Bash), and infrastructure components (SQL optimization, PKI, load balancers, proxy chaining).
• Expertise in Tanium Query Language (Tanium QL), sensor logic, package creation, and module configuration (Patch, Asset, Deploy, Trends, Impact), including deep experience with Tanium API, Connect, Direct Connect, and Content Sets.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation: Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,200.00. Additional incentives like overtime, discretionary bonuses, annual bonuses, and long term incentives may apply based on position level and individual performance.