RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Are you ready to start defining possible with Northrop Grumman? If so, Our Aeronautics Systems is seeking a **Principal Industrial Security Analyst **(level 3) for a rotational position based out of Multiple Locations, GA.
You will develop, administer, and manage security programs and procedures for classified materials, documents, and equipment. This includes interpreting and applying relevant federal security regulations to company operations, obtaining rulings, interpretations, and permissible deviations to ensure compliance. You will create memorandums and standard operating procedures that detail regulatory requirements and establish protocols for handling, storing, and record‑keeping, as well as for granting personnel and visitor access to restricted information and assets. In addition, you will deliver security training, conduct audits, investigate violations, and produce reports outlining corrective actions. The role requires strong teamwork, collaboration in a high‑energy professional environment, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving demands and unfamiliar tasks. You will be accountable for all facets of the security program, with particular focus on facility access, classified material management, indoctrinations, debriefings, and coordination with government and company leadership. Assigned Responsibilities can include (but not limited to):
- Applies government regulations relevant to the protection of classified information and equipment.
- Prepares Standard Operating Procedures for handling, storing, and protecting classified information and assets.
- Maintains classified container program by conducting safe inspections, scheduling safe maintenance, to include issuing and changing combinations.
- Assists the Top Secret Control Officer with program management and inventory.
- Facilitates personnel access to the site via applicable databases.
- Coordinates with government agencies for badges and facility access to restricted areas.
- Conducts courier training and prepares classified packages for transport.
- Coordinates with off-site locations to verify and catalogue receipt of transported records and assets.
- Conducts security education classes, audits, briefings, and debriefings.
- Assists with COMSEC account management to include key distribution/destruction, documentation, system troubleshooting, and software upgrades
- Investigates security violations and prepares reports for submission to the Customer.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree with 5 years of industrial security experience, 3 years with a Masters, 1 years with a PhD OR an additional 4 years of industrial security experience will be considered in-lieu of a degree.
- Experience in applying DoD SAP Manuals to daily operations.
- Experience with SAPF/SCIF construction standards (ICD 705, UL 2050, etc.)
- Ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year
- Must have the ability to obtain a valid U.S. passport.
- Able to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 120 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements.
- Ability to meet medical requirements for worldwide travel.
- Current U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to maintain that clearance.
- Ability to obtain and retain Special Access Program clearance within 365 days from submission.
Experience will include:
- Fixed Facility Checklists.
- COMSEC (equipment and key inventory management).
- Personnel Security (Adjudicative guidelines, DISS, SF86, Adverse reporting).
- GSA Safe Management.
- Access Control/Alarms/Area Protection.
- Classified document marking, protection, storage, transmittal, and destruction.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current U.S. Government** **Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Experience drafting, maintaining, and interpreting Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Security Plans, and Concept of Operations documents.
- Skilled in providing security-relevant training and briefings.
- Ability to produce results in a fast-paced environment with the ability to meet iterative deadlines.
Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00
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.