Industrial Security Analyst - Level 1/2

Northrop Grumman • Palmdale, CA

2d • $63,000 - $113,800 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring an Associate Industrial Security Analyst (Level 1) or Industrial Security Analyst (Level 2) to perform day-to-day document control tasks in Palmdale, California. The role requires an active Top Secret clearance at start and the ability to meet enhanced security requirements and obtain and maintain SAP eligibility and access. Travel is required 10% of the time; relocation assistance is not available.

The analyst oversees daily operations for Top Secret accountable material, including receipts, dispatch, transmission, and maintaining access, accountability, and inventory records. The role prepares TS material for shipment, coordinates transportation with customers, maintains accurate electronic and SIMS records, briefs couriers, coordinates annual accountability reviews, and participates in destruction runs and preparation of destruction certificates.

The Level 1 role requires a bachelor’s degree or four years of Industrial Security experience in lieu of a degree. The Level 2 role requires a bachelor’s degree and two years of Industrial Security experience, or an additional four years of Industrial Security experience in lieu of a degree. Both levels require U.S. citizenship, relevant systems knowledge, strong communication and customer service skills, flexibility, and the ability to work extended hours and some weekends in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

The primary level salary range is $63,000–$94,600, and the secondary level salary range is $75,800–$113,800. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation or personal business.

Requirements

• For Level 1: Bachelor’s degree or four years of Industrial Security experience in lieu of a degree.
• For Level 2: Bachelor’s degree and two years of Industrial Security experience, or an additional four years of Industrial Security experience in lieu of a degree.
• Current active Top Secret clearance, ability to meet enhanced security requirements, and ability to obtain and maintain SAP eligibility and access.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Knowledge of DODM 5205.07, DISS, JADE, AP-CARS, and SIMS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, take guidance, and follow projects through to completion with oversight.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness to work extended hours and some weekends in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds, stand for long periods, climb ladders, and bend at the waist or crouch.

Nice To Haves

• In-scope investigation (T5, T5R, SSBI, SBPR, PPR) completed within the last six years, or current enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) program.
• Experience with government networks such as CV2, CORE, and JADE.
• TSCO or SAO experience.
• Experience completing compliance self-inspections and supporting formal customer compliance inspections.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations related to Top Secret accountable material, including creating receipts, dispatching and transmitting material, and maintaining access, accountability, and inventory records.
• Develop transportation plans and coordinate with customers as required.
• Prepare TS material for shipment, including shipping receipts and packaging or wrapping, and bring material, media, and parts under formal accountability.
• Create internal receipts and loan in/out receipts, ensuring that receipts are signed and scanned into electronic files.
• Maintain 100% accuracy of all entries in the SIMS database.
• Conduct courier briefings and maintain associated records.
• Coordinate and schedule the annual Top Secret accountability review.
• Participate in destruction runs and prepare destruction certificates for each accountable item, citing its assigned Accountable Control Number.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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