Sr Staff Cyber Systems Engineer
Ngc· enterprise· Defense· Sep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Annapolis Junction, MD
In office
Full-time
Staff
$212K–$318K
14+ years exp
Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Mission Defense Cyber Team has an opening for a senior systems engineer in the Cyber specialty discipline. As a senior Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (CSSE) supporting the Sentinel program based in Annapolis Junction, MD.
This position is a senior systems engineering CSSE leadership role. A CSSE will lead systems engineering teams to develop and derive weapon system requirements using industry standards and best practices to ensure cyber survivability attributes are implemented by engineering teams in system designs. In this role, you will demonstrate a broad skill set at all engineering V levels balanced between interpersonal and technical capabilities, with the ability to lead in a team environment and collaborate across the organization as required to accomplish team goals. You will be responsible for planning and executing systems‑security‑engineering efforts for complex systems of systems with software and hardware. Work location will be 100% on-site.
In this role the Sr. Staff Cyber Systems Engineer will
Lead cyber systems engineering teams in execution of the statement of work, cost, schedule, and scope. Advise technical decision-making to ensure timely, high quality product deliveries and flight test events geared to meet mission requirements
Partner and collaborate with the engineering leadership team and program to accomplish program requirements and meet mission objectives.
Lead a team of specialized NGMS Cybersecurity Systems Engineers in the development and enhancement of the Sentinel system
Ensure weapon system compliance with all contractually obligated cybersecurity standards and guidance, including but not limited to CNSSI 1253, DoD 8140/8570, DoD 8510, and AFI 17-101
Prioritize, Develop and document technical standard engineering processes and procedures.
Lead engineering reviews of technical content for engineering review boards related to requirements, models, design, quality, technical accuracy, and correctness prior to higher engineering review boards.
Lead cybersecurity assessment and testing activities, develop, review cybersecurity assessment methods, plans, procedures, and reports.
Report metrics and progress toward program milestones, monitor adherence to cybersecurity-relevant plans and schedules; identify risks, and recommend solutions, such as allocation of resources or adapting to changing contractual specifications
Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of Cyber Security implementation
Solve complex problems across disciplines in an Agile, DevSecOps environment
Excellent communication (written and oral), negotiation and interpersonal skills
Ability to calmly negotiate challenging program requirements, strategies, and conflicting equities among a large and diverse group of program stakeholders
Proven experience in collaboration with program managers and System Program Office (SPO) customer representatives to meet program objectives
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical/science discipline with 14 years of relevant experience; Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical/science discipline with 12 years of relevant experience; PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical/science discipline with 10 years of relevant experience.
Advanced knowledge of Systems Security Engineering practices, network technologies, DoD system development life cycles and methodologies, and insight into information technology infrastructure management/monitoring and applications
Minimum 8 years proven experience managing in a Systems Engineering leadership role with schedule, cost and scope responsibilities.
Experience in the planning, designing, implementation, testing, and delivery of a system with Cyber Systems Engineering requirements
A current/active DoD Secret clearance
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret w/SCI clearance is required.
The ability to obtain and maintain a SAP is required.
Possess IASAE II (CISSP) certification, and ability to obtain IASAE III certification within 6 months or less of hire, full DoD 8570 qualification in the IASAE III role.
Preferred Qualifications:
A current/active DoD Top Secret w/SCI and SAP access
System security architecture experience
Experience working with DOORS and CAMEO
Security related tool suite in DevSecOps pipeline (SonarQube, Fortify etc)
Familiarity with Systems Security Engineering (SSE) documentation (e.g. Cybersecurity Strategies, Information Support Plans, Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
Familiarity with Anti-Tamper Plans, Counterintelligence Support Plans, Integrated Threat Assessment Reports, Operations Security Plans, Continuous Monitoring Plans, Defensive Cyberspace Operations Plans, Cybersecurity Strategies, Information Support Plans, Enterprise Architecture Views and NIST SP 800-160
Possess DoD 8570 certification for IASAE III (ISSEP, ISSAP)
Experience with Agile methodologies
Active TS/SCI clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $212,100.00 - $318,100.00
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 northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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