Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 3) or Senior Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 4)

Requisition ID : R10167654

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 - Propulsion Systems is seeking a Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 3) or Senior Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 4) who will function as the Facility Security Officer (FSO experience) with oversight and responsibility for DoD classified programs, and as the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) with responsibility for a small Special Access Program (SAP).

This position will be in Magna, Utah (Bacchus Plant).

Facility Security Officer (FSO) responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• As a senior analyst, lead the Industrial Security office to ensure protection of national security information and compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Engage with senior leaders and senior level customers and diverse personalities to enable short term deliverables and long-term lasting solutions.
• Use experience and independent judgment to maintain an effective security program that meets government customer and corporate security requirements for highly sensitive, and sometimes complex programs.
• Directly support all classified programs (administrative and manufacturing) and coordinate support from Computer Security, Physical Security and Personnel Security to collectively meet classified program compliance requirements.
• Safeguard, control, account for classified information and material to include storage, transmission, reproduction, disposition, and retention.
• Develop and / or administer various training to include annual security training for cleared employees.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD254) and Contract / Program Security Classification Guides (SCG).
• Use and maintain security database applications (company & customer).
• Process classified visit requests and orchestrate classified visits / meetings.
• Coordinate the foreign travel program and assist with foreign visitors.
• Configuration Control Board (CCB) member for classified systems.
• Focal point for on-site inspections / assessments required by government policy.
• Conduct investigations, report security incidents and file official reports.
• Administer Security Education and OPSEC programs.
• Review technical papers.
• Coordinate and perform testing of intrusion detection systems in classified administrative and manufacturing areas.
• COMSEC Manager : perform semi-annual inventory and account reconciliation; maintain crypto key / equipment; complete required assessments / self-assessments.
• Other security related duties as assigned.

CPSO for Special Access Programs (SAP) responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Perform and manage all security related functions to support special access classified programs and ensure compliance with the JFAAN, Intelligence Community Directives, NISPOM and customer requirements.
• Prepare / maintain personnel security records and process personnel for Special Program access.
• Initiate special investigations; submit personnel access requests (PARs) / crossover actions.
• Submit requests / coordinate approval for SAP Facilities, processes and classified systems.
• Assist employees, review and process personnel clearance applications; obtain and submit electronic fingerprints.
• Safeguarding- Control, accountability, storage, transmission, reproduction, disposition and retention, of classified material and information.
• Administer variety of security training to include annual security training for cleared employees.
• Develop / present security training to include initial and recurring security briefings.
• Provide initial and refresher training specific to special program requirements, and common to all classified programs.
• Investigate and report security incidents.
• Coordinate support from Physical and Cyber teams to collectively meet classified program requirements.
• Lead on-site program inspections / assessments required by government regulations.
• Administer OPSEC Program
• Manage customer reporting program (reportable / adverse info).
• Process classified visit requests and orchestrate classified visits / meetings.
• COMSEC Manager; semi-annual inventory and account recertification; maintain crypto key / equipment.
• Share the daily workload of running the security office.
• Perform / coordinate testing of intrusion detection systems in SAP areas.
• Program & maintain automated access control system readers (Trilogy).
• Interpret and ensure compliance with program security classification guidance.
• Authorize, monitor and control use of classified computer systems and other classified hardware.
• Use and maintain security database applications (company & customer).
• Other security related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Level 3) :

Bachelor’s Degree and six years of relevant experience in a combination of DoD Industrial Security and Special Access programs (DoD emphasis preferred).

In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of directly relevant experience may be considered.

Candidate must be a US Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Secret clearance (Tier 3 background investigation) current within 6 years.

Must obtain a Top Secret DoD clearance (Tier 5 background investigation) within 6-months.

• Work independently with little direct supervision.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the 32 CFR (NISPOM) and ability to effectively lead junior team members to implement for DoD contracts.
• Experience with DISS and NISS.

Basic Qualifications (Level 4) :

Bachelor’s Degree and ten years of relevant experience in a combination of DoD Industrial Security and Special Access programs (DoD emphasis preferred).

In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of directly relevant experience may be considered.

Candidate must be a US Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Secret clearance (Tier 3 background investigation) current within 6 years.

Must obtain a Top Secret DoD clearance (Tier 5 background investigation) within 6-monthsWork independently with little direct supervision.

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of the 32 CFR (NISPOM) and ability to effectively lead junior team members to implement for DoD contracts
• Experience with DISS and NISS.

Preferred Qualifications (Both Levels) :

• A bachelor’s degree (Business Administration, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or a related field is preferred).
• Effective planner, detail oriented with strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Effective written communication skills, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to include working with senior leaders / managers, customers, employees, and security personnel;

Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Salary Range : $76,600 - $115,000 Salary Range 2 : $95,000 - $142,400The 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.