Sentinel - Systems Engineer

Overview

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer (level
5) to join the team located in Roy, UT in support of the Sentinel program. The role supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure. Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start:
Secret. Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

• Operate in an agile team environment as a System Engineer, proficient in Cyber Security, supporting high-level technical and practical expertise for the development of support equipment.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, self-motivation, and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Design, plan, implement, and assess cyber security controls, policies, and processes in compliance with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance.
• Provide systems engineering expertise to the design, integration, and testing of support equipment, guiding the design and development of cyber requirements.
• Provide advanced technical analyses of cyber infrastructure challenges and identify technical solutions for Sentinel needs.
• Participate in team reviews of technical requirements, design, and implementation plans prior to deployment.
• Assist with ensuring product requirements integrate into total systems solutions considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Present solutions to customers and senior management using audience-appropriate material.

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 12 years of experience; or Master’s degree with 10 years; or PhD with 8 years.
• U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance (current and within scope) with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period.
• 2 years of experience with tools such as IBM DOORS and Dassault CAMEO.
• 2 years of experience in system architectures and MBSE processes.
• 2 years of experience with requirements development, derivation, system integration & test, and validation and verification.
• 2 years of experience linking requirements to design elements, traceability matrices, and change impact analysis.
• 2 years of experience in Cybersecurity Framework/CMMC or NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.

• Active Top-Secret clearance.
• One of the following DoD 8570 IAM II/III Certifications (e.g., CompTIA SecurityX CASP, CISSP, CSSLP, CAP, GLSC, CASP CE).
• One of the following DoD 8140 Intermediate Level Certifications for Security Architect (e.g., CompTIA+ SecurityX/CASP+, CISSP, CSSLP, GSEC or equivalent).
• Experience in modeling and analyzing cybersecurity with Agile methodologies.
• Certification at or above IASAE level 1 (CISSP or CASP or CSSLP minimum; CISSP-ISSEP for Level III).
• Demonstrated application of DoD 8500-series and 8510.01 IA policy directives, cyber security approaches, and knowledge of security procedures, IATT and ATO requirements.

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Salary range:
Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $. The range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply. Long Term Incentives may be available for certain roles. Equal Opportunity Employer; U.S. Citizenship is required for government-cleared positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit