Industrial Security Analyst - Level 2

Northrop Grumman • Chandler, AZ

4d • $65,500 - $98,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2 in Chandler, Arizona. The position is 100% onsite and does not accommodate telecommuting. The analyst supports security operations for Special Access Programs (SAP), ensuring compliance with government regulations, customer requirements, and company policies for classified program protection, personnel security, classified material accountability, and facility/program security. The role works with government customers, program teams, and internal stakeholders to safeguard classified information and support mission success.

The analyst oversees classified security programs and provides expertise under applicable regulations, including the DoD SAP Security Manuals, the IC Technical Specification for ICD/ICS 705, and NISPOM. Duties include personnel and facility security administration, classified material control, security training, inspections, incident response, and liaison with government agencies and other stakeholders. The role requires an active, in-scope U.S. Government Top Secret clearance at application and the ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval.

The stated primary-level salary range is $65,500–$98,300. The company describes a benefits package that includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and no professional experience; an additional 4 or more years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, with ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval within a reasonable period.
• Experience with Microsoft Office desktop software, such as Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and DoD 5205.07 manuals.

Nice To Haves

• Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) or related experience.
• Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Personnel and program security experience.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, discretion, and diplomacy across program areas.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Support a fast-paced, high-profile program and maintain working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Oversee classified security programs in accordance with applicable DoD SAP, IC, NISPOM, and other security requirements.
• Ensure compliance with government and corporate security policies and procedures.
• Ensure classified programs and cleared facilities adhere to contractual guidance, including DD Form 254 and DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidance.
• Assist program managers and professional staff with interpreting, applying, and complying with Program Security Classification Guides.
• Provide program and personnel security support, including processing SAP nomination documentation and preparing and administering indoctrinations and debriefings.
• Provide facility security administration, documentation, and management support.
• Draft and implement standard operating procedures.
• Conduct SAP security program self-inspections.
• Manage inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit status reports to applicable government agencies; administer and manage classified destruction.
• Receive, process, distribute, and control classified material as the focal point for those activities.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit physical security documentation, including Fixed Facility Checklists and TEMPEST Addendums as applicable.
• Manage and maintain UL-2050-compliant Intrusion Detection Systems and automated Access Control Systems.
• Develop, document, and present classified security education, awareness, and training activities.
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues, and advise employees, supervisors, and managers on actions to ensure program compliance.
• Maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers.
• Review and verify personnel security clearances and SAP accesses through government security databases and systems.
• Implement procedures for responding to security incidents and investigating and reporting security violations and incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off 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: Entry Level