Industrial Security Analyst - Level 5

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 5 in Dulles, Virginia. The position is 100% onsite and does not accommodate telecommuting. The analyst supports industrial security programs, applying knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The successful candidate communicates effectively, manages multiple tasks, makes sound decisions in ambiguous situations, meets deadlines, and works with minimal supervision.

The role develops and administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment; studies and implements applicable federal security regulations; and obtains government rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for regulatory compliance. It also involves preparing security manuals and procedures for handling, storing, recordkeeping, and access to restricted materials; conducting security education and audits; and investigating security violations and documenting preventive actions. Other duties may be assigned.

An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required at application. The stated primary-level salary range is $146,300–$219,500. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. The company describes its benefits as including health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 10 years, or a PhD and 8 years; an additional 4+ 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.
• Relevant industrial security program experience and strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives and the National Industrial Security Program.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to manage multiple tasks, make sound decisions amid ambiguity, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work as a self-starter with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• SCI experience with an in-scope polygraph is strongly preferred.
• 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.
• Organizational skills and efficient time management.
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives, Department of Defense security requirements, and the National Industrial Security Program.
• 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 outlining regulations and establish procedures for handling, storing, recordkeeping, and 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 action.
• 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 eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

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