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Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Security Engineer - Northrop Grumman
Security Engineer
Lead advanced systems security initiatives, architecting robust defenses, conducting threat modeling, and driving penetration testing to safeguard critical national security platforms using cutting‑edge security frameworks and cloud technologies.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure system architectures for high‑integrity defense platforms.
- Lead threat modeling and risk assessment activities to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle.
- Conduct advanced penetration testing and red‑team exercises, providing actionable remediation guidance.
- Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and compliance controls aligned with DoD and industry frameworks.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to integrate security into product roadmaps and release cycles.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in systems security engineering within defense or high‑security environments.
- Deep expertise in threat modeling, secure architecture, and penetration testing methodologies.
- Proficiency with security tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap) and secure coding practices.
- Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800‑53, DoD SRG, and ISO 27001.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor junior security staff.
Skills
penetration testing