Industrial Security Manager - Level 2
- US citizenship
Open in 2 locations
Northrop Grumman posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Maryland
1 open- $127,100–$199,700/yr
Linthicum, MD, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 3d ago
Virginia
1 open- $133,100–$199,700/yr
Dulles, VA, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 4d ago
About the job
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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations.
Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As an Industrial Security Manager – Level 2 located in Linthicum, MD or Fairfax, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
The Industrial Security Manager – Level 2 will serve as a Special Security Manager and oversee all security activities and operations for the special program portfolio, including guiding briefed/non-briefed personnel across all functions. Candidate will be interfacing with internal and external leadership personnel and must have the ability to successfully manage competing priorities.
The selected candidate will manage a Security Team onsite and regularly collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. They will ensure security compliance with government and company regulations and strive for excellence in executing security milestones. This position requires maintaining program security metrics and successfully managing competing priorities.
The selected candidate will have the responsibility of developing and administering security programs and procedures for classified and proprietary materials, documents, and equipment ## In this job, you will - Study and implement federal security regulations that apply to company operations - Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies - Prepare manuals outlining regulations, establishes procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and grants personnel and visitors access to restricted documents and materials - Develop and implement security education program - Oversee internal security audits - Investigate security violations and prepares reports specifying preventive action to be taken - Provide direction to security team members to assist with executing their statement of work - Assist with team members' professional development and growth - Lead a team of security professionals to consistently apply the leadership characteristics expected of all employees within the organization - Ensure employee engagement across the team - Collaborate across teams within the organization - Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development/mentoring to professionals at all levels - Develop and implement security policy and standards across the programs - Ensure all program performance objectives, as well as key milestones and deliverables, are met - Manage program security compliance and operations - Other duties as assigned ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience.
Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. - Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with a CI Polygraph at time of application - Minimum of two years of management, supervisor, or other demonstrated leadership experience - Must have in-depth knowledge and familiarity with the CFR 32 part 117 (NISPOM); Intelligence Community Directives (ICD); DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience in managing Industrial Security programs and teams - Ability to execute Security and Program Management concepts - Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills - Enabling effective communication with team members, fellow employees, and government officials - Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers - Ability to recognize opportunities and take independent action to resolve challenges - Ability to collaborate effectively with security peers and program management, team members and work on a team with minimal oversight - Ability to effectively engage with team members on task completion - Full Scope Polygraph As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction.
You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change. ## Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $127,100.00 - $199,700.00 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.
From Northrop Grumman's job posting for Linthicum, MD, United States, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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