Cyber Architect/Principal Cyber Architect

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 50% 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 organization is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. We are looking for you to join our team as a Cyber Architect/Principal Cyber Architect based out of San Diego, CA . As a Cyber Architect/Principal Cyber Architect at Northrop Grumman you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation. What You’ll Get to Do: Join our product deployment team supporting initial deployment, operations and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system within our customer’s classified laboratories across the United States. Perform hands-on system installation and integration activities, including staging, installing, and transporting equipment weighing up to 40 pounds Work closely with several diverse Integrated Product Teams to quickly develop system and process knowledge, provide support on technical documentation, and collaborate on improvements to deployment processes. Configures and maintains secure Linux, Windows, and cloud computing operating systems, with scans, patches, and hardening the computing environment to meet customer requirements Collects, audits, generates reports and stores necessary log data for the system review and accounting requirements Develops artifacts necessary to support assessment and authorization of the system Maintain certifications and training of the most current and relevant technologies and aspects of a dynamic system with upgrades related to diminished manufacture supply (DMS) and new technologies. Travel up to 50% This position may be filled as a Cyber Architect or Principal Cyber Architect. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications for Cyber Architect: Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 2 years of experience, or 0 years of experience with a Masters degree An additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of Bachelors degree Experience as cross-domain solution (CDS) subject matter expert, including installation, operations, maintenance, and support Experience with IPv4/IPv6 network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection Familiarity with NCDSMO Raise the Bar (RTB) and current CDS/MLS vendors that are certified Knowledge of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE), IP subnetting and protocols such as BGP, OSPF and EIGRP, and advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast. Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS Experience with network security features like IP access-lists and state-protocol inspections. Travel up to 50% Must be US Citizen Clearance: A current/active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance after starting Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) level clearance as a condition of continued employment Basic Qualifications for Principal Cyber Architect: Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Masters degree; or 1 year of experience with STEM PhD degree An additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of Bachelors degree Experience as cross-domain solution (CDS) subject matter expert, including installation, operations, maintenance, and support Experience with IPv4/IPv6 network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection Familiarity with NCDSMO Raise the Bar (RTB) and current CDS/MLS vendors that are certified Knowledge of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE), IP subnetting and protocols such as BGP, OSPF and EIGRP, and advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast. Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS Experience with network security features like IP access-lists and state-protocol inspections. Travel up to 50% Must be US Citizen Clearance: A current/active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance after starting Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) level clearance as a condition of continued employment Preferred Qualifications: Ability to operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/purse long-term interests A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent. DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent. Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE. Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs. Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting. Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures. Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2. - Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services. Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL). Active Top Secret clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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