Industrial Security Analyst (Level 2) or Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 3) full_time

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Propulsion Systems is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst (Level 2) or Principal Industrial Security Analyst (Level 3) who will function as the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) with responsibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) facilities and programs.  This position is at the Promontory, Utah facility.

CPSO responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform and manage all security related functions to support SCI/SAP programs and ensure compliance with the JFAAN, Intelligence Community Directives, NISPOM and customer requirements.
• Prepare/maintain personnel security records and process personnel for program access.
• Initiate special investigations; submit personnel access requests (PARs)/crossover actions.
• Submit requests/coordinate approval for SCI/SAP facilities, processes and classified systems.
• Assist employees, review and process personnel clearance applications; obtain and submit electronic fingerprints.
• Safeguarding- control, accountability, storage, transmission, reproduction, disposition and retention, of classified material and information.
• Administer variety of security training to include annual security training for cleared employees.
• Develop/present security training to include initial and recurring security briefings.
• Provide initial and refresher training specific to special program requirements, and common to all classified programs.
• Prepare and maintain Security Operating Procedures (SOP) and Emergency Action Plans (EAP) and coordinate appropriate customer approvals.
• Investigate and report security incidents.
• Coordinate support from Physical and Cyber teams to collectively meet classified program requirements.
• Lead on-site program inspections/assessments required by government regulations.
• Administer OPSEC Program.
• Manage customer reporting program (reportable/adverse info).
• Process classified visit requests and orchestrate classified visits/meetings.
• Alternate COMSEC Manager; semi-annual inventory and account recertification; maintain crypto key/equipment.
• Share the daily workload of running the security office.
• Perform/coordinate testing of DMP intrusion detection systems in SCI/SAP areas.
• Program & maintain automated access control system readers (Lenel & Trilogy).
• Interpret and ensure compliance with program security classification guidance.
• Authorize, monitor and control use of classified computer systems and other classified hardware.
• Use and maintain security database applications (company & customer).
• Other security related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Level 2):

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of relevant experience in a combination of SCI/SAP and DoD (NISPOM) duties. In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of directly relevant experience may be considered.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (Tier 5 background investigation) current within 5 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP access.
• Work independently with little direct supervision.
• Working knowledge, understanding and experience with effective implementation of DoDM 5205.07 Vol 1-4 DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manual, ICD-700/ICD-705, and 32 CFR (NISPOM) to ensure compliance.
• Experience with DISS and NISS.
• Experience with COMSEC: perform semi-annual inventory and account reconciliation; maintain crypto key/equipment; complete required assessments/self-assessments.
• Other security related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Level 3):

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of relevant experience in a combination of SCI/SAP and DoD (NISPOM) duties. In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of directly relevant experience may be considered.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (Tier 5 background investigation) current within 5 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP access.
• Work independently with little direct supervision.
• Extensive knowledge, understanding and experience with effective implementation of DoDM 5205.07 Vol 1-4 DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manual, ICD-700/ICD-705, and 32 CFR (NISPOM) to ensure compliance. 
• Experience with DISS and NISS.
• Experience COMSEC: perform semi-annual inventory and account reconciliation; maintain crypto key/equipment; complete required assessments/self-assessments.
• Other security related duties as assigned.
• Ability to effectively lead junior team members to implement security for SCI/SAP and DoD contracts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Effective planner, detail oriented with strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Effective written communication skills, report and policy/procedure writing, and presentation skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to include working with senior leaders/managers, customers, employees, and security personnel.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• COMSEC experience; perform semi-annual inventory and account reconciliation; maintain crypto key/equipment; complete required assessments/self-assessments.
• Experience with JADE / CV2.
• SAP and/or SCI access.

Salary Range: $62,200.00 – $93,400.00Salary Range 2: $76,600.00 – $115,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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.