Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2, to join our Tactical Space Systems team in Gilbert, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

The Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2 role will work as the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) in the Gilbert facility.

In this job, you will:

• Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment
• Study and implement federal security regulations that apply to company operations
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies
• Prepare manuals outlining regulations, and establishing procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for 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 to be taken
• Provide security support during launch operations
• Responsible for accurate data input into an access control database
• Maintain document control inventories
• Reconcile multiple databases for accuracy
• Provide briefings/debriefings to personnel for activities such as: new hires, terminations, foreign defensive travel
• Coordinates escort activities within closed area
• Interface with Program Management Team, Customer, and suppliers
• Write security operational plans for program implementation
• Responsible for TS inventory and self-inspections
• Must be able to adapt to a fast paced and challenging work environment and must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills
• Support the day- to-day security functions of multiple Special Access Programs (SAPs)/ IC customer focused on Personnel Security and Security Education
• Be responsible for interpreting and applying manuals outlining regulations and establishing procedures for handling, storing, and maintenance of records and for granting personnel and visitors’ access to restricted records and materials
• Have a working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DoD Manuals (5205.07), SAP Volumes 1-4, IC Security manuals and security classification guides
• Travel to launch site locations attend security working groups, perform launch security operations
• Prepare security documentation for pre-launch Launch and post launch operations
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a thorough understanding and working knowledge of NISPOM, DoDM 5205 series, and ICD security standards as well as OPSEC, personnel, industrial, physical, Information Security principles
• Understanding and familiarity of DD-254 Implementation Requirements
• Demonstrated positive working relationship with internal and external customers
• Proficient with NISS, DISS, JADE and SIMS

Inclusive Qualities:

• Must be willing to work with limited supervision and can make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems, and provide focused solutions.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and follow projects through to completion.
• Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

About Tactical Space Systems: Provider of small-and-medium class satellites for commercial and government customers and pioneer in human and robotic in-space satellite servicing and logistics systems. We support 4 orbits of satellites and national security and space security systems.

About Security: Committed to protecting people, information, and assets; focusing on excellence through innovative solutions to an evolving threat environment and driving risk reduction by leveraging network environments, standardization, and customer requirements.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Salary Range: $63,800.00 – $95,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.