Industrial Security Analyst - Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 a Industrial Security Analyst - Level 2, to join our Payload & Ground Systems team in East Hartford, NH. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

Reporting to the Manager of Security, the Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2 will develop, maintain and administer industrial security programs that meet company and customer security requirements. The successful candidate will interface with all levels of company and government personnel to ensure contract security compliance with National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM), Contract Security Classification Specification (DD254) and Program Classification Guides and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs). This will include the preparation of manuals, outlining regulations, and establishing procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitor access to restricted records and materials. The Industrial Security Analyst will also conduct security education classes and assist in the preparation as well as conducting security audits; and investigate security violations and prepares reports specifying preventive action to mitigate risk. This position will require travel between facilities in East Hartford, CT and Devens, MA.

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 establish procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records and for granting personnel and visitor’s 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
• Conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements
• Develop, review, coordinate, and execute Program Security and accreditation documentation to include Fixed Facility Checklist (FFCs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Physical Security Assessments and Co-Utilization Agreements
• Utilize knowledge of government security policies, procedures, and regulations to include the NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs)
• Establish procedures to protect, process, and control all classified material (hard copy and electronic media)
• Determine and develop approaches to risk-based and cost-effective security solutions while ensuring compliance to be NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) and amplifying sponsor security regulations and instructions
• Support Emergency Management and Crisis Management efforts (Team, Communications, Briefings) for the company
• Manage incoming/outgoing classified material
• Implement the management and training for SCI cleared employees commensurate to the level of classified program information they are accessing in support of special programs
• Conduct Briefings (Program Level, COMSEC, Courier, OPSEC, Security Refresher, Emergency Management)
• Support the team as a Data Transfer Officer, as required
• Coordinate efforts with the Manager of Security, facility ISSM, other Industrial Security Analysts, and Information Systems, etc.
• Provide support to the AOX Security Department in East Hartford, CT and Devens, MA, as required
• Coordinate and deliver security support to a multi-faceted program and act as a liaison between project staff, security management, and program management to sustain security requirements
• Additional duties my require after hours support with escorting, managing alarm system, classified conferences and other visitor management, as needed
• 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
• Strong proficiency in the NISPOM or ICD regulations
• Must have experience with administrative/operational security data analytics and mitigating security risks/threats
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Ability to obtain an SCI Clearance
• Ability to obtain a CI Polygraph
• Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Industrial Security Certification (e.g. FSO, AFSO, CPSO, PSO)
• Acted as a Facility Security Officer (or Alternate) or Contractor Program Security Officer (SAP/SCI)
• Direct Industrial Security experience at a defense contractor facility
• Direct experience working in a SAP or SCI facility

Your Distinct Strengths:

• Ability to work independently with strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed

About Payload & Ground Systems: Payload & Ground Systems provides small-medium satellites for commercial/government use, leading in-space servicing & logistics. Supports 4 satellite orbits, plus national & 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: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.