Director IT Management Solutions 1

Northrop Grumman • Odenton, MD

9d • Remote

About The Position

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. The Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) Enterprise Platforms and Applications organization is seeking a highly qualified Director of IT Management Solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, possess a deep understanding of both IT solutions and the function they represent: IT Management. They will have a proven track record in managing projects, developing talent, and driving value for the business. This role has the ability to be 100% virtual. However, being located near a major Northrop Grumman facility for stakeholder and team engagement is a plus.

Requirements

• Must have at minimum a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related STEM field with 14 years of relevant experience OR a Masters Degree in a STEM field with 12 years of relevant experience.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years proven experience in management (scope, budget, and schedule) of technical projects.
• Must have knowledge of the IT Management area of the business
• Strong understanding of technology trends, enterprise applications, and project management methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven expertise (10 years or more) in IT management.
• Located near a major Northrop Grumman facility.

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify needs, gather requirements, and promote IT solutions that drive value. Serve as the CIDO Corporate Function Point of Contact for the business function they represent.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategies that align IT solutions with business objectives and enhance departmental performance.
• Program/Project Management: Lead an IT solutions portfolio of ~$28M annually. Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise platforms and applications, ensuring they meet the established goals and deadlines.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of IT professionals located across the U.S., fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Technology Oversight: Evaluate and optimize IT solutions, ensuring that they are aligned with industry standards and best practices.

Benefits

• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees