Industrial Security Analyst - Level 4

Northrop Grumman • Dulles, VA

8d • $146,300 - $219,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 4 in Dulles, Virginia. This position is 100% onsite and does not accommodate telecommuting. The successful candidate will bring relevant industrial security program experience and a strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). They should be a self-starter who works with minimal supervision, communicates effectively, manages multiple tasks, makes sound decisions in ambiguous situations, and meets deadlines.

The role develops and administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. It also involves implementing applicable federal security regulations, obtaining regulatory interpretations and compliance deviations from government agencies, establishing procedures and manuals for handling and safeguarding materials and granting access, conducting security education and audits, and investigating security violations.

The position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance at the time of application. Travel is required 10% of the time. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 6 years, or a Ph.D. and 4 years; an additional 4 or more years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at the time of application.
• Program security experience.
• Previous CPSO, CSSO, CSO, or FSO experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, make decisions amid ambiguity, and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• SCI experience with an in-scope polygraph.
• Experience implementing multiple security disciplines, including Personnel, Physical, Communications, and Operations Security programs and requirements.
• Strong leadership skills, high ethical standards, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to display tact, discretion, and diplomacy when dealing with employees at all levels.
• Organization and efficient time management.
• Strong working knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements.
• Familiarity with ICD 705.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment.
• Study and implement federal security regulations that apply to company operations.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for regulatory compliance from government agencies.
• Prepare manuals outlining regulations and establish procedures for handling, storing, and maintaining records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted records and materials.
• Conduct security education classes and security audits.
• Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior