Manager Cybersecurity 1

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

3d•$115,500 - $173,300•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Manager Cybersecurity 1 to lead Information System Security Professionals. The role requires a diverse background in classified information system security and is based full-time onsite at the company’s Rolling Meadows, Illinois location. Because of the classified work, virtual and telecommute arrangements are not available. The position requires a current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs. The manager leads cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave. The role oversees program control processes supporting risk mitigation and system Assessment and Authorization (A&A), leads implementation of government cybersecurity policy, validates security requirements, directs formal Security Test and Evaluation activities, documents assessment and inspection results, and works with the security team to resolve corrective actions. The manager also supports team development and performance, ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, and coordinates significant technical matters with executives, program management, and customers.

Requirements

Master’s degree with at least 3 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience.
Current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance, including a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or enrollment in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
Maintain the required security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for an Information System Security Manager - Security+ and maintain the required certification as a condition of continued employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.
Willingness to work full-time onsite at the Rolling Meadows, Illinois campus; virtual and telecommute options are not offered.
U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.

Nice To Haves

Current CISSP certification.
Experience with RMF or other cybersecurity-related compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
Establish and oversee program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A), including process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
Lead implementation of required government policy, including DAAG, JSIG, and ICDs, to ensure compliance.
Develop process-tailoring recommendations and manage documentation and execution of process activities.
Analyze and validate established security requirements and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
Lead formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities required by government accrediting authorities, including preparation, participation, analysis of results, and report preparation.
Document A&A and inspection results, technical or corrective actions, and coordinate responses with the security team for submission to the appropriate cognizant authority.
Conduct periodic comprehensive reviews of system audits and ensure corrective actions are fully resolved.
Foster individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization.
Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman policies and procedures and that information is accurate and complete.
Interact with internal key executives, the CIDO Program Management Office, and customers on significant technical matters, coordinating between organizations as needed.

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available.
Flexible work arrangements are offered, though this role itself must be performed onsite.
Learning opportunities.
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
Friendly team environment.
Health insurance coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
Savings plan and 401(k) matching program.
Company-paid holidays.
Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
9/80 work schedule.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.