Principal / Sr Principal Engineer Sys - PKI Engineer (25-418)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE : Secret

TRAVEL : Yes, 10% 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 Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems presents an excellent opportunity for a Principal or Sr Principal Engineer Systems – PKI Engineer (25-418) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. This role, based in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, is crucial in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels.

This position does not offer relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Position Overview

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial part of the Missile Defense System. It provides a vital operational platform that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor battle developments, and actively manage networked sensors and weapon systems to accomplish global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, delivering an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is an essential component of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense system's current and future capabilities.

The selected candidate will assist the C2BMC DevSecOps team in designing, developing, testing, implementing, and integrating PKI solutions focused on code signing and key management operations. The role requires extensive expertise, innovative problem-solving, independent work, and the ability to lead initiatives and represent the organization on key technical matters concerning contracts. Excellent customer service, interpersonal skills, strong time management, and outstanding analytical abilities are essential.

Essential Functions

• Establish and execute a certificate lifecycle management process.
• Manage and maintain PKI environments and Active Directory Certificate Services.
• Collaborate with architecture, engineering, operations, and support teams to implement PKI solutions in compliance with NIST 800-57 and CNS 1300 standards.
• Design, plan, implement, and maintain digital code signing.
• Manage certificate enrollment, renewal, and revocation processes.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the PKI environment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot PKI and Active Directory Certificate Services-related issues.
• Collaborate with Cyber, IT, and Operational teams to integrate PKI solutions with existing systems.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in PKI and Active Directory Certificate Services.
• Support processes and implement capabilities to ensure application code integrity, secure SDLC activities, and manage key assets.
• Develop and maintain critical technical and cyber infrastructure and capabilities for certificate management.
• Implement security measures to prevent unauthorized access and ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Create PowerShell scripts for administrative and automation tasks.
• Support security engineering initiatives and the development and advancement of the Cyber Roadmap.
• Support continuous Security Engineering and architecture initiatives.
• Apply X.509 Certificate Management Standards, NIST 800-57, and CNS 1300 PKI Standards.

Must be an effective communicator with strong written communication skills.

Must be responsible for working independently or solo at times on large projects, and at other times collaborate with a team of DevSecOps engineers and other program development and deployment teams.

5-7 years of experience supporting Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services and PKI technologies.

This position will be filled as either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Huntsville salary for Level 3 : $105,400 - $158,000

Huntsville salary for Level 4 : $131,100 - $196,700

Colorado Springs salary for Level 3 : $100,300 - $150,500

Colorado Springs salary for Level 4 : $124,900 - $187,300

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

Basic Qualifications

Level 3 : A Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field) with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) with 3 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with 1 year of relevant experience.

Level 4 : A Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 8 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) with 6 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with 4 years of relevant experience.

Applicants must hold a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.

Appropriate IAM Level III DoDI 8570 certification required. Internal candidates with IAT Level II cert and the ability to obtain IAM Level III cert within the 8570 prescribed guidelines will be considered as well.

Experience With

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Systems Engineering.

Certification : INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification.

Certification : Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP - MBF).

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that promotes your development, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits provided are flexible and allow you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits include the following :

Flexible Work Arrangements.

Benefits overview : https : / / benefits.northropgrumman.com / us / en2 / BenefitsOverview / Pages / default.aspx

Additional Northrop Grumman Information

Primary Level Salary Range : $124,900.00 - $196,700.00

Secondary Level Salary Range : $100,300.00 - $158,000.00

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 reward individual contributions and share in company results. Employees in VP or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and PTO for vacation and / or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date, with potential adjustments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 https : / / 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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