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Director of Security 2 - Mission Systems

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Northrop Grumman

Director of Security 2 - Mission Systems

Linthicum Heights, MD

Requisition ID: R10187806
Category: Security
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Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
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Clearance Type: Top Secret
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 1
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 (NG) is seeking a Director of Security to lead security operations for NG Mission Systems (NGMS) from our Linthicum, Maryland facility. This position will report directly to the NG Vice President and Chief Security Officer and will lead security operations across a large business sector in a highly dynamic, diverse, and geographically dispersed set of National Security efforts.

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The NGMS Security Director, is a trusted member of the NG Enterprise Security Leadership Team and a member of the Security Council, supporting enterprise security initiatives across NG. Responsibilities include security and oversight for contracts and operations ranging from unclassified, proprietary, collateral, Special Access Programs (SAP), and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.
Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a security strategy aligned with Corporate Security and NGMS goals, performance metrics, and customer requirements

* Utilize expertise in program security management, personnel security, physical security, and information assurance to ensure compliance with national security policy and contractual requirements

* Build trusted partnerships with customers, government agencies, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver security excellence and cost-effectiveness

* Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as business management, legal, IT, cybersecurity, engineering, supply chain, HR, finance, and facilities to ensure security consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness

* Oversee implementation of processes related to classified contract management, program security, insider threat, counterintelligence awareness, supply chain security, compliance with government standards, COMSEC, workplace violence prevention, security awareness, asset protection, access control, badge and identification, and ITAR and export related security measures

* Engage with international entities to ensure security compliance

* Oversee sector emergency and crisis management planning and execution with integrating role in corporate crisis management and business resilience planning and execution

* Represent NG to Defense and IC senior security counterparts in multiple forums and security community associations and working groups

* Oversee the investigation of security incidents and assist with coordination on disciplinary and legal matters

* Experience in the planning, management and execution of complex budgets across diverse and geographically dispersed locations for security operations - to include planning budgets for complex mixtures of direct, indirect and overhead activities

* Effective people skills and ability to develop and mentor high-performance teams

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of security related experience OR a Master's degree with minimum of 10 years of security related experience is required

* Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in leading and managing large teams supporting national industrial security programs supporting Federal, Defense, or IC collateral, SCI, and SAP acquisition programs

* Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance, to include SCI access and a recent Polygraph [adjudicated within the last 5 years], in order to be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in multiple security roles including: Facility Security Officer, Contractor Program Security Officer, Information/Cyber Security, COMSEC, Physical Security, Personnel Security, and International Security

* Proven ability and experience supporting US Government contracts

* Experience and direct participation with Government/Industry Security Organizations (ISWG, NDIA, AIA, NCMS, etc. )

* Demonstrated experience in making critical security program and management decisions for dynamic business units that support high-value contracts across a wide US Government customer spectrum (IC, Defense, Energy, and other Civilian Departments/Agencies)

Salary Range: $185,400 - $278,000
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Linthicum Heights, MD, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10187806
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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