Sentinel - Systems Security Engineer R10212178

Sentinel - Systems Security Engineer - 16416 - R

Location:

Roy, UT

Role:
Systems Security Engineer, Level 2 for the Sentinel (GBSD) program performing Hardware Assurance.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available.

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret.

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the time.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives across the world. We seek people with bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to invent the future and enjoy the journey.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing and prioritizing hardware security threats.
• Conducting threat, vulnerability, and risk analysis for mission‑critical functions and components.
• Supporting courses of action based on regulations and policies.
• Researching, analyzing data, and deriving facts for identified vulnerabilities.
• Participating in working groups and customer meetings to communicate risk environment with stakeholders.
• Contributing to program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones for Hardware Assurance.
• Reviewing technical security assessments of SSE environments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Executing completion Statement of Work requirements, program milestone exit criteria, and program maturity commitments.
• Ensuring architecture and design of systems are functional and secure; supporting design, development, implementation, and integration of security systems and components.
• Acting as a self‑starter with strong time‑management skills and the ability to anticipate future challenges.
• Supporting MDT with other duties as assigned.

• U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance (investigation date within the last 6 years).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (or master’s degree with ≥1 year experience) and at least 2 years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years applying and understanding Systems Security Engineering principles in U.S. Government Defense Programs.
• Minimum 2 years of clear communication skills and presentation experience.
• Experience in ASIC and FPGA design life cycles, including HDL (VHDL/Verilog) and RTL implementation.
• Team‑player, multi‑tasking, independent work with excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.

• Degree in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, or Software Engineering.
• ICBM experience.
• Experience developing System Security Engineering requirements for hardware and software assurance.
• Evaluation of program processes and compliance for large, multi‑site programs.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools.
• Understanding of Program Protection in U.S. Government Defense Programs and application of SSE principles across security measures.
• Top Secret clearance.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Standard work schedule: 9/80.

Salary range: $77,200 – $115,800 (USD). Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply.

Application period: approximately 20 days from posting.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Northrop Grumman is an equal opportunity employer. Policy details at

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and other restricted positions.