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Northrop Grumman
Cybersecurity / Anti Tamper Threat and Design Modeling - NG Fell
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What they do
A Cyber Security Engineer designs systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. Examines client computer systems, identifies weak points in security, develops and implements new systems, monitors and responds to security issues.
$132,304 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Job Requirements San Diego, CA Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $179,400
- $328,900 Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE TYPE
Top 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Cybersecurity / Anti Tamper Threat and Design Modeling
- NG Fellow 1 reporting to the Airworthiness & Weapon Systems Cybersecurity (AWWSC) Directorate.
- Set the standards for modeling cybersecurity and anti tamper vulnerabilities and protections in the digital engineering ecosystem at the system level, where the system is comprised of multiple hardware/software subsystems.
- Define and institutionalize methods to model system interfaces (hardware, software, and human) with multi level security considerations, including how those interfaces may be exploited by sophisticated adversaries.
- Define system level cybersecurity and anti tamper requirements, and provide subject matter expert leadership for appropriate allocation and decomposition of these requirements to lower level subsystems.
- Define sector wide standards, patterns, and best practices for implementing cybersecurity and anti tamper in a digital engineering ecosystem, including integration with MBSE, digital thread, and digital twin environments.
- Develop, mature, and standardize security related MBSE constructs, models, and analysis methods for assessing vulnerabilities and security risks of system architecture designs in the digital modeling environment.
- Lead the incorporation of AI/ML enabled cyber analysis into NGAS modeling efforts, including the design and deployment of advanced digital tools and workflows (e.g., AI/ML analytics, automated workflows, rules based model checks) that leverage the digital ecosystem to provide next level cybersecurity and AT protections for aircraft systems.
- Work in close collaboration with the all stakeholders to establish, validate, and deploy these advanced tools and processes across the NGAS portfolio, ensuring consistency, scalability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide direct or consulting technical leadership on cyber and AT threat and design modeling statement of work for programs spanning early advanced development, EMD, production, and sustainment.
- Lead or participate in independent technical review teams focused on cyber and AT modeling, uncover and resolve complex challenges, and present findings and recommendations to program and executive leadership.
- Serve as a spokesperson for the company's technical capabilities and future direction related to cyber/AT threat and design modeling, including preparation and presentation of technical briefings to internal and external stakeholders.
- Influence technology roadmaps and investment strategies in cyber/AT modeling, digital engineering, and enabling tools to maintain a state of the art capability and keep NGAS at the forefront of industry practice.
- Attract new business with existing and new customers by supporting capture, proposal preparation, and concept development activities where cyber and AT modeling are key discriminators.
- Drive knowledge sharing, coaching, and mentoring across the engineering workforce to build depth and breadth in cyber/AT threat and design modeling competencies and to grow the next generation of technical leaders in this discipline.
We do the right thing:
upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team.We do what we promise:
holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results.We commit to shared success:
operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's, Master's, and/or PhD in a STEM related field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity) and robust industry related experience; typically 20 years' experience with a BS, 18 years' experience with an MS, or 16 years' experience with a PhD in increasingly responsible technical roles. Must have deep technical expertise in cybersecurity and/or anti tamper for complex systems, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and/ or design of protective measures at the system level. Experience applying model based systems engineering (MBSE) or digital engineering approaches to represent system architectures, interfaces, requirements, and behaviors. Experience defining and flowing down system level cybersecurity and/or anti tamper requirements, and collaborating with multi disciplinary teams to decompose and implement those requirements at subsystem/component levels. Experience in developing, standardizing, and deploying methods, tools, and best practices for security analysis within digital models across multiple programs or product lines. Experience in leading cross functional teams, influence without direct authority, and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non technical stakeholders. Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or higher), with a background investigation completed or updated within the last 5 years, or be on Continuous Evaluation. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business need. U.S. citizenship is required.Preferred Qualifications:
Master's or PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Experience integrating or applying AI/ML techniques to support cyber threat analysis, anomaly detection, or vulnerability assessment in complex systems, preferably within a digital engineering/MBSE environment. Evidence of leadership consistent with Northrop Grumman Leadership Behaviors. Experience architecting and implementing digital engineering ecosystems that integrate MBSE tools, configuration management, data environments, and analysis tools for cyber/AT use cases. Hands on experience with threat modeling and security analysis methods (e.g., attack trees, STRIDE, STPA Sec, misuse/abuse cases) and their application to complex, safety critical or mission critical systems. Experience developing or applying security focused MBSE profiles, libraries, or stereotypes to represent vulnerabilities, protections, and security constraints in system models. Familiarity with relevant cybersecurity and AT standards, frameworks, and guidance (e.g., NIST, DoD cyber/AT directives, RMF, Zero Trust concepts) and their application in an air systems context. Experience leveraging AI/ML or advanced analytics within a digital engineering environment to automate or enhance security assessments, design trades, or model based checks. Demonstrated record of external technical impact, such as patents, publications, conference presentations, standards participation, or recognized industry leadership in cybersecurity/AT modeling or digital engineering. Experience supporting capture and proposal activities, including development of technical volumes, discriminators, and approaches centered on cyber and AT capabilities. Strong history of mentoring, coaching, and talent development in highly technical domains.Primary Level Salary Range:
$179,400.00- $328,900.