Hiring: 2027 Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Pathways Program - Huntsville AL Company: Northrop Grumman Location: Huntsville, AL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 04:23:19 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Risk Management, SAP, Security Clearance, Splunk About the job Experience: •6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered Required Skills: •The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Huntsville AL location. •Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems. •Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. •Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards. •Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities. •Actively facilitate and support formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports. •Document the results of A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence. •Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site. Qualifications: •Master’s or Bachelor's degree with 0 years of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 2 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience is required •Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – Security+ •Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered •Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment •Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field •Top Secret, SAP/SAR access, SCI access, and/or a Polygraph •Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP •Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs •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. •0 years of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 2 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience is required Compensation: •We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!