Principal Industrial Security Analyst - Top Secret

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking An Industrial Security Analyst (Level 3) for a position based out of Beale Ca.

You will develop, and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. Study and implement federal security regulations that apply to company operations. You will obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies. You will also prepare manuals outlining regulations, and establish procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitor's access to restricted records and materials. You will conduct security education classes and security audits. Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.

Assigned Responsibilities are (but not limited to):

• Support the team by administering and developing classified security programs while protecting proprietary materials, documents, and equipment
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures outlining requirements for handling and protecting classified information and assets
• Maintain records for granting access to restricted areas, information and materials
• Collaborate with leadership and team members to identify and resolve program deficiencies
• Conduct security education classes, briefings, and audits applicable to unique security environment
• Work closely with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations

NG Skills

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience; or 6 years experience with Bachelor's degree; or 4 years with Masters.
• Must have an Active Top Secret DoD Clearance and maintain that clearance.
• Ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment.
• Proficient in understanding and applying DoD SAP Manuals to daily operations
• Strong Industrial Security background, to include:
• Experience with drafting and managing Fixed Facility Checklists
• COMSEC experience (equipment and key inventory management)
• Personnel Security (Adjudicative guidelines, JPAS, SF86, Adverse reporting)
• GSA Safe Management
• Access Control/Alarms/Area Protection
• Classified document marking, protection, storage, transmittal, and destruction.
• Knowledge of SAPF/SCIF construction standards (ICD 705, UL 2050, etc.)
• Ability to independently identify, assess, and apply knowledge of government security requirements in a complex and unique multi-level secure environment to ensure program compliance in non-routine situations
• Experience authoring and interpreting Standard Operating Procedures, Security Plans, and Concept of Operations
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in providing security-relevant training and briefings.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, proactive, and possesses excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to produce results in a fast-paced environment with the ability to meet iterative deadlines.
• Previous experience providing on-site security consulting support for a technical project, preferably with a federal customer.

Salary Range: $82,400 USD - $123,600 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.