IT Systems Engineering Manager 1 (Active TS/SCI clearance)

Northrop Grumman

93d • $112,200 - $168,200

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued. Start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a IT Systems Engineering Manager 1 to lead a team of highly skilled technical professionals supporting cutting-edge defense and security systems. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with functional people management, contributing directly to mission-critical programs while developing and supporting engineering talent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 4 years of experience, or 10 years of progressive related experience would be considered with a High School Diploma.
• 1+ year of experience leading technical projects or teams with schedule accountability.
• Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance to be considered.
• Demonstrated experience with enterprise architectures including Windows Server, RHEL, virtualization, and storage technologies.
• Working knowledge of containerization, automation, and Software Defined Networking (SDN).

Nice To Haves

• M.S., M.B.A., or other advanced degree.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Broad technical background across IT, software development, and cybersecurity.
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts or defense systems.
• Experience as a technical lead, functional lead, or leadership in the military.
• Hands-on experience with networking technologies from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, F5, and Ciena.
• Ability to create and interpret network architecture and configuration diagrams using commercial tools.
• Experience in Agile environments and familiarity with DevSecOps principles.
• Prior success in recruiting and developing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Support staffing strategy and requisition planning in collaboration with hiring teams.
• Conduct candidate selection, conduct interviews, and approve hiring decisions.
• Manage career development, goal-setting, performance reviews, and merit planning for direct reports.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and discipline when needed, to support team growth and performance.
• Facilitate access to tools, hardware, and resources needed for employee success.
• Deliver regular organizational updates and represent leadership across programs and teams.
• Lead engineering teams in the design, integration, and maintenance of enterprise-level cyber systems.
• Drive technical execution using best practices in secure development, automation, and network design.
• Contribute to DevOps strategy and process improvement initiatives across environments.
• Maintain critical external customer contact to understand their technical needs.
• Manage Cost Account Management (CAM) and Risk Management activities, where applicable.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to ensure optimized resource allocation and mission alignment.
• Support deployment pipelines using the Atlassian suite and other CI/CD toolsets.
• Drive automation and improve system efficiency through scripting and scheduling tools.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life and Disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Tuition and Educational Assistance
• Wellness programs and Employee Assistance resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree