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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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 Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Network Communications – Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) (25-208) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position, located in Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO., plays a crucial role in our mission to support the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels.

Relocation Assistance is not available for this position, and this role is on-site with no remote options

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier globally and regionally. Networks integrate and synchronize autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.

The Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the security of the Ballistic Missile Defense Communications Network (BMD COMNET) and the C2BMC mission systems and services. Overall, the CNDA's primary objective is to maintain the security and resilience of critical defense networks by implementing robust cybersecurity practices and responding effectively to cyber threats and incidents.

Essential Functions:

+ Implementing and enforcing national and Department of Defense (DOD) security policies and directives such as 8500.01 and 6510

+ Adhering to security guidelines from the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to maintain a secure network environment

+ Conducting continuous monitoring of network security to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats

+ Detecting and responding to intrusions and security incidents promptly to safeguard the integrity of the network

+ Protecting the C2BMC component of the Ballistic Missile Defense Communications Network from cyber threats

+ Safeguarding the C2BMC mission systems and services by employing proactive security measures and incident response strategies

+ Creating a network defense visibility display and implementing time-sensitive adjustments to the network security posture to minimize operational risks

+ Collecting, storing, and presenting data and metrics for senior leaders to make decisions regarding Operational Risk Management (ORM) related to network security

+ Conducting proactive security functions to assist Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) organizations in preventing, detecting, isolating, containing, and recovering from information system and network security intrusions, as well as addressing known vulnerabilities

+ Operating and administering the BMD-provided computer network defense suite of tools, including firewalls, correlated log analysis, intruder alert systems, and related services to safeguard the BMD COMNET infrastructure and information services from internal and external threats

+ Performing various other duties and assignments as needed to ensure the security and integrity of the network environment

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a related discipline and 0 years of experience, or 6 years of related experience instead of a degree may be considered

+ Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued **Secret** security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance

+ DoD 8140 certification at **IAT Level II or higher** (Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SCNP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SSCP, SCNA, etc.) is required at the start

+ Knowledge of and practical experience in the usage of an array of network and information security tools

+ Knowledge of modern computer systems, client/server, **LAN/WAN,** and **Network concepts** , **modern network management** and **monitoring concepts**

+ Knowledge of hardware ( **Routers, CSU/DSU, bridges, multiplexers, servers, and switches configuration** )

+ Experience in the monitoring/management of intrusion detection systems and firewall devices, to include:

+ **SideWinder**

+ **ArcSight**

+ **HBSS**

+ **Tripwire**

+ Experience securing network gear against known vulnerabilities

+ Ability to recognize known worms/viruses based on their signatures

+ Ability to recognize network intrusion events and to differentiate false positives

+ Ability to recognize successful intrusions and compromises through review and analysis of relevant event logs and other detailed information

+ Position requires 24x7 rotating shift work and will be assigned to a shift, to be determined by mission requirements

+ Some substitute rotation during off-shifts, including nights and weekends, is required

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Current and Active in-scope DoD-Issued TS/SCI clearance is highly desired, and getting indoctrinated into a higher-than-secret program

+ Certified Ethical Hacker certification

+ Unix and/or Microsoft operating system training

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:

+ Health Plan

+ Savings Plan

+ Paid Time Off

+ Education Assistance

+ Training and Development

+ Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:

Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.