Staff Cyber Systems Engineer Lead - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a Staff Cyber Systems Engineer Lead to join our innovative team at Northrop Grumman. This remote position offers you the chance to work on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. As a leader in cybersecurity, you will play a crucial role in defining and validating the security posture of our Digital Ecosystem (DE).

What You'll Do

• Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of software security analysts, platform engineers, and cyber operations specialists.
• Design a resilient security architecture for mission-engineering applications, ensuring compliance with NIST and DoD standards.
• Drive the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, producing essential security documentation.
• Integrate security measures into the software lifecycle, embedding secure coding standards and automated scanning into CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct workshops on threat modeling and secure development practices.
• Oversee supply chain integrity and lead incident response efforts, coordinating with cyber operations to manage breaches.
• Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, and systems engineers to align security requirements with mission objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s Degree with 10 years, or a PhD with 8 years of relevant experience.
• Must possess an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.
• A minimum of 5 years in system security engineering and security architecture for software-intensive platforms.
• Experience with secure coding, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Proficient in hardening cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.

Nice to Have

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Experience with cyber test automation tools and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Familiarity with AI/ML model governance.
• Certifications such as CISSP, ISSAP, or OSCP.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Educational assistance and life insurance.
• Paid time off and wellness resources.
• Competitive relocation assistance for those looking to move.
• Flexible work schedule with a 9/80 workweek allowing every other Friday off.

Join us as a Staff Cyber Systems Engineer Lead and be part of a team that is making history. This remote position not only offers a competitive salary but also the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that shapes the future.