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Northrop Grumman

CPSO/ Industrial Security Analyst/Principal Industrial Security Analyst 2/3

Baltimore, MD

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.

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Northrop Grumman is seeking an CPSO/ Industrial Security Analyst/Principal Industrial Security Analyst 2/3 for restricted programs under direction of the Security Manager. The candidate will support the management and execution of program security as it applies to program protection and industrial security oversight for our DoD Industrial Security Programs.

Support a critical, fast-paced, high-profile U.S. defense program.

Create, maintain and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers.

Ensure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with DD Form 254, DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidance.

Assist program managers and professional staff in the interpretation, application and compliance with program Security Classification Guides (SCG).

Provide facility security administration, documentation, and management support: draft and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); conduct security program self-inspections; manage inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with the policies and procedures; prepare and submit status reports to applicable government agencies; administer and manage classified destruction program; serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing, and controlling all classified documentation (hard copy and electronic media) entering or leaving the facility; maintain suspense copies of all material transported via courier and perform follow-up, as needed.

Review and verify personnel security clearances for large program meetings.

Send Visit Authorization Requests (VAR) for Program Personnel visiting external locations.

Assist in the development, documentation, and presentation of classified security education, awareness, and training activities.

Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing Security leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, and managers on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program. Investigate and document Security violations.

Perform other duties as assigned or required.

This position can be filled at either a level 2 or level 3.

Basic Qualifications for a level 2:

Bachelor's and 3+ years of Security or related experience or 1+ year of Security or related experience with Master's Degree; An additional 4 years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum of DoD SECRET clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

Computer and desktop Microsoft office software products experience (Word, Excel etc...)

Basic Qualifications for a level 3:

Bachelor's and 6+ years of Security or related experience or 4+ year of Security or related experience with Master's Degree; An additional 4 years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.

Active Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain/maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

Computer and desktop Microsoft office software products experience (Word, Excel etc...)

Preferred Qualifications:

Top Secret clearance/SSBI.

Self-starter with minimal supervision.

CDSE Industrial Security Training.

Experience utilizing NISS, DISS, JADE and/or SIMS.

Prior program security (Collateral, SAP or SCI) experience.

Classification review experience.

Excellent customer service and communication skills, both oral and written.

Must be detail-oriented, have meticulous record-keeping, and will be responsible for accurate data input into multiple databases/spreadsheets.

Organized and efficient at time management

Salary Range: $67,000 USD - $100,400 USD
Salary Range 2: $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.

Client-provided location(s): Baltimore, MD, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10103045
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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