Industrial Security Analyst - Level 3

Northrop Grumman • Linthicum Heights, MD

8d • $89,900 - $141,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 in Dulles, Virginia. This position is 100% onsite and does not accommodate telecommuting. The analyst develops and administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment; implements applicable federal security regulations; and obtains government rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for regulatory compliance. The role also prepares security manuals and procedures for handling, storing, recordkeeping, and access to restricted materials; conducts security education and audits; and investigates security violations and reports preventive actions. Other duties may be assigned.

The successful candidate has industrial security program experience and working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives and the National Industrial Security Program. They communicate effectively, manage multiple tasks, make sound decisions in ambiguous situations, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision. An active Top Secret/SCI clearance and active CI polygraph are required at application.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 3 years, or a PhD and 1 year; an additional 4 or more years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with an active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph at the time of application.
• Program security experience.
• Previous CPSO, CSSO, CSO, or FSO experience.
• Relevant experience in industrial security programs and strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to manage multiple tasks, make sound decisions in ambiguous situations, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision.
• U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.

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.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives, Department of Defense security requirements, and National Industrial Security Program 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 applicable to company operations.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for regulatory compliance from government agencies.
• Prepare manuals and establish procedures for handling, storing, and keeping 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 for vacation and/or personal business
• Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

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