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Northrop Grumman

Manager 3--IT Program Manager--Active Secret Clearance Required

Melbourne, FL

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Northrop Grumman Office of the CIO is looking for a dynamic, innovative CIO Program Manager in the Aeronautics Systems Sector IT Program Management Office. This motivated individual will provide overall technology thought leadership, strategy, and IT management for multi program portfolio located in Melbourne, FL while serving as a customer liaison between the different functional areas, the programs and CIO IT organization.

This position has a firm location of Melbourne, Florida and has no option for full time telecommuting.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • IT strategy and operational activities including service delivery, technical requirements gathering, infrastructure solutions and project execution.
  • Liaison between facilities and security, when necessary, to drive optimal IT service environment at the Melbourne site.
  • Maximize alignment of program IT services with the AeronauticsEnterprise Services sector operating models, strategies, business objectives and investments.
  • Coordinate with division business leadership, homeroom managers, and end user groups to identify, plan, implement, and sustain Enterprise Services to meet sector, division, and program strategic and tactical objectives.
  • Act as the CIO ambassador to programs and business leadership, functional organizations, and end-customers (users)
  • Monitor customer satisfaction with IT service delivery and engage ES IT Solutions resources to assist as required to meet and exceed IT service level objectives for the site.
  • Identify systemic technical and service delivery challenges affecting the customer and then coordinate solutions with ES functional representatives; engage constructively to identify solutions.
  • Develop and present IT budgets in support non-recurring projects, recurring sustainment and LRSP IT planning; provide monthly financial analysis and reporting to AS IT program management and AS IT leadership team.
  • Leadership, peer engagement, and highly effective collaboration across AS Manufacturing sites supporting both localized AS sector and ES IT enterprise initiatives and projects
  • Some travel will be required.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and 14 years of IT experience; or a Master's degree and 12 years of IT experience
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager with knowledge in cost, budgets, and schedules
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience using the following MS Office Suite tools: Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
  • Experience providing strategic direction regarding IT products, processes, applications, and/or technologies is required
  • Must have familiarity with technical solutions, infrastructure implementations, process/project documentation, and/or liaison interfacings for large enterprise organizations
  • Experience in briefing and interfacing with executive leadership (i.e., President, Vice President and/or Director level) is required
  • Cost Account Management (CAM) experience, including understanding of Program Direct, Capital, and other budget types.
  • Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
  • Bachelor's degree, or a Master's Degree, in Engineering Management, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or Network Engineering (or similar STEM related discipline) is preferred.
  • Previous Office of the CIO Program Manager experience.
  • Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems business, government customers, and programs is a plus.
  • Broad background in IT Infrastructure, Business Applications, and IT operations
  • Ability to perform risk & opportunity analysis, and prepare detail cost and technical proposals would be ideal.
  • Customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills and with ability to drive cross functional teams to action when working in a matrix organization.
  • Self-starter who works quickly and effectively, can get up to speed with program processes quickly and enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to challenge the status quo while providing innovative solutions to complex IT requirements Program Management or lead role supporting customer facing information technology business.
  • Program/customer communication and collaboration, energy, self-motivation, and innovative ideas in support of goals and objectives.
  • IT governance, processes, and automation to provide visibility into the implementation of the Enterprise systems, including ability to assess status, progress, and identify conflicts, issues, and conflict resolution, as well as schedule/project prioritization.
  • Current DOD Top Secret Clearance
Salary Range: $141,900 - $212,900

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.

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 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Melbourne, FL, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10155761
Employment Type: Full Time

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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