Sentinel Sr. Principal STPA Systems Security En... @ Northrop Grumman
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Position Overview
Northrop Grumman is seeking a highly motivated and qualified systems engineer for the Sentinel Mission Defense Team. As the Sentinel Sr. Principal STPA Systems Security Engineer, you will combine traditional systems engineering skills with holistic system analysis using STPA principles, MBSE workspaces, and established security frameworks including NIST, ISO, and NISPOM.
Main Responsibilities
- Apply Systems Engineering and STPA methods to identify safety, security, and availability issues.
- Decompose complex systems, construct control structures and pinpoint unsafe actions.
- Assess threats, vulnerabilities, and risks for mission-critical functions and components.
- Lead working groups, drive requirements, and ensure clear communication with stakeholders.
- Generate structured requirements, decompositions and risk mitigations with MBSE tools.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates must be US Citizens with an active DoD Secret Clearance (investigation within 6 years) and hold a STEM degree with requisite experience. Minimum experience includes 2+ years in Systems Security Engineering practices tailored for US Government Defense Programs, technical communication skills, safety analysis, and risk data methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications & Additional Information
- Active Top-Secret clearance with SAP Access.
- Experience with ICBM Systems and Program Protection.
- Proficiency with MBSE tools such as CAMEO and DOORS.
- Experience in risk management and driving risk mitigations.
Benefits & Work Schedule
This full-time role includes a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more. Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule and potential relocation assistance.
Key Skills/Competency
- Systems Engineering
- STPA
- MBSE
- Risk Management
- Security Frameworks
- Control Analysis
- Technical Communication
- Threat Assessment
- Requirements Generation
- Defense Programs
How to Get Hired at Northrop Grumman
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Northrop Grumman's culture: Understand their mission and innovation history.
- Customize your resume: Highlight systems security and STPA expertise.
- Align with job requirements: Emphasize clearance and defense experience.
- Prepare technical examples: Showcase risk management and MBSE achievements.