Industrial Security Analyst - Level 4

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.

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 4 (Senior Principal), to join our Payload & Ground Systems team in Aurora, CO. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

In this job, you will:

• Oversee classified security programs and provide expertise in all security functions as the FSO, CPSO, and/or CSSO in accordance with the DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manuals (DoD Manual 5205.07 Volumes 1-4), Sensitive Compartmented Information Administrative Manuals (DoD Manual 5105.21 Volumes 1-3), Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), IC Technical Specification (IC Tech Spec) for ICD/ICS 705, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) - 32 CFR Part 117, and other applicable security regulations and requirements
• Ensure compliance with government and corporate security policies/procedures
• Ensure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with DD Form 254, DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidance. Have a general knowledge of how proposal work is conducted
• Assist program managers and professional staff in the interpretation, application and compliance with program Security Classification Guides (SCG)
• Provide program security and personnel security (PERSEC) support to include but not limited to review and process required documentation in support of the DoD, SAP and/or SCI nomination processes; prepare and administer program indoctrination and debriefings; access, review and submit clearance/access information using DISS, NISS, JADE, and other information systems to include IC; maintain PERSEC databases in accordance with customer tracking requirements; maintain and operate document control register/database; process and manage incoming and outgoing visit authorizations and visitor control. Will processes Request for Access (RFA's) for all program personnel to which you are assigned
• Provide facility security administration, documentation and management support: draft and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); conduct DoD, SAP and/or SCI security program self-inspections; manage inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with the policies and procedures; prepare and submit status reports to applicable government agencies; administer and manage classified destruction program; serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing, and controlling all classified documentation (hard copy and electronic media) entering or leaving the facility, including electronic data transfer; maintain suspense copies of all material transported via courier and perform follow-up, as needed
• Pursue and obtain customer accreditation for DoD Closed Areas, Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) in accordance with SAP and SCI DoD Manuals, IC Tech Spec, and other government requirements (physical security, facility security and access control, network and IT security, cryptography, personnel, etc.). This includes working hand in hand with the Informational Security (ISSO) team
• Develop, coordinate, and submit for approval physical security documentation including Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC) and TEMPEST Addendums as applicable
• Manage and maintain UL-2050 Compliant Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and automated Access Control Systems (ACS)
• Ensure the development, documentation, and presentation of classified security education, awareness, and training activities
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program
• Maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers
• Review and verify personnel security clearances and SAP/SCI accesses through queries to government security databases and systems
• Generate and/or review Program Access Request (PAR) packages; ensure all required information is included including currency of information, completeness of forms, and inclusion of required signatures. Generate Program Indoctrination Agreements (PIA), provide to briefer/debriefer, and/or execute briefs/debriefs on behalf of the government security team
• Maintain accountability of classified material or classified media as required by contract(s).
• Implement policies and procedures for responding to security incidents, and for investigating and reporting security violations and incidents
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 6+ years of professional experience
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Willingness to take a Polygraph.
• Must be able to implement the 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule, DODM 5205.07 SAP Manuals volumes 1-4, DODM 5105.21 volumes 1-3
• Familiarity with the following: ICD 705, ICD 704, and ICD 503
• Must have served as a subject matter expert in the role as either a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO); Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO); Facility Security Officer (FSO); Program Security Officer (PSO); or Program Security Representative (PSR) for at least 4 years in a DoD environment
• Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) approval within a reasonable period of time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current counterintelligence scoped polygraph
• Experience with JADE, DISS, NISS, SIMS, SCATTERED CASTLES or similar data bases
• Experience as a Data Transfer Agent for control of media (training is provided)
• Working knowledge of DoD, SAP and SCI programs to provide procedural and policy guidance
• FSO certification
• Additional consideration for CDSE SAP Orientation course or CDSE SAP Mid-Level course
• Additional consideration for Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
• SSO training course
• Course completion certificates for ICD705

About Payload & Ground Systems: With locations spanning across the country, from Los Angeles to Baltimore, we provide end to end Space solutions to the DoD including but not limited to, highly classified government programs in the areas of Software/Systems/Hardware Engineering.

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: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

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.