RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.

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, but they’re also making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Security Manager 2 to serve as NG Huntsville Campus Facility Security Officer (FSO). This is an opportunity to apply proven security leadership skills in a dynamic and challenging program environment.

This is an immediate fill position based in Huntsville, AL.

A Northrop Grumman Security Manger 2 (FSO) requires managing compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) 32 CFR Part 117, conducting self-inspections, handling personnel clearances (DISS), and overseeing physical security for classified areas. The role involves acting as the primary liaison with DCSA, managing security education, and safeguarding classified information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance & Security Management: Implement, monitor, and maintain security programs for classified, proprietary, or SAP/SCI materials

• Personnel Security (PERSEC): Manage security clearance processing, indoctrinations, debriefings, and visitor control

• Physical Security: Oversee alarm systems, intrusion detection, access control (badges, keys), and lock/key management

• Investigations & Audits: Conduct self-inspections, investigate security violations, and prepare for DCSA assessments

• Reporting & Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between Northrop Grumman and government customers (DCSA) regarding security policies

• Be well organized, willing to work in a team environment, and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast and dynamic environment

• Collaborate with internal and external teams, executive leadership and external agencies to deliver innovative and leading-edge security solutions

Required Qualifications:

• Must have 8 years of security experience with a Bachelor’s degree or 6 years of security experience with a Masters; 12 years of experience accepted in lieu of degree

• Must have an active DoD TOP SECRET Clearance with an investigation date current within the last 6 years or enrolled in the DoD Continuous Vetting Program with the ability to obtain special access (SAP/SCI)

• Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117, and government security databases (DISS, NISS, SIMS)

Preferred Skills:

• Strong communication and leadership skills to train staff and interface with management.

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and follow projects through to completion.

• Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines

Primary Level Salary Range: $127,100.00 - $190,700.00

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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.