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Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer - Northrop Grumman
Systems Engineer
Lead the design and integration of secure, mission‑critical cyber systems, applying advanced risk management and network architecture expertise while leveraging Python for automation and analysis.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and integrate secure cyber systems for high‑impact defense programs.
- Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies across complex network environments.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define security requirements and ensure compliance with Top Secret standards.
- Develop automation scripts and tools using Python to streamline security testing and monitoring.
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for access to classified information.
- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity and systems engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace.
- Proven expertise in risk management frameworks and secure network architecture design.
- Strong programming skills in Python for automation and data analysis.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities to drive cross‑team collaboration.