Sr. Principal Information Systems Program Manager Sunnyvale

Northrop Grumman's Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking an innovative and dynamic Information Systems Project Manager to support the Mission Systems sector's Marine Systems Plant Operations organization. This role is based in Sunnyvale, CA, and will require the selected candidate to be on-site, full-time, at our Sunnyvale campus - please note that this is not a remote work opportunity. Plant Operations includes the Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Mission Excellence, and Global Supply Chain organizations. The ideal candidate will bring a diverse perspective to the team, enhancing the overall organizational experience with proven cross-functional team-building skills to address unique challenges.
In this role, you will be an essential member of the Marine Systems Program Office, acting as a crucial liaison between CIDO and Marine Systems Plant Operations. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of IT and cybersecurity services, with an emphasis on manufacturing machine connectivity. You will manage daily activities and priorities, and will lead the design, development, integration, and testing of IT solutions in support of plant operations as we advance towards implementing factory of the future capabilities and achieving world-class operations.
Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the technical quality, performance, budget, and schedule for IT/Cybersecurity aspects related to plant operations.

* Ensure operations adhere to sound technical processes in IT/Cybersecurity, in line with company policies, procedures, and quality standards; additionally, lead non-recurring and recurring support activities across all plant operations organizations.

* Drive the implementation and adoption of machine connectivity to enable factory of the future capabilities.

* Effectively manage IT and cybersecurity, supporting the digital enablement of CNC, milling machines, and other manufacturing equipment.

Basic Qualifications:

Associate's degree with 10 years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 4 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 12 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of people ranging from very technical to non-technical, individual contributors, and executive management.

* Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement experience.

* Proven IT project management experience and demonstrated leadership skills, including planning, scheduling, team member career development. and workload forecasting.

* The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

* Experience with digital twin technology for real-time monitoring and optimization.

* Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for threat detection and response.

* Understanding of IoT integration for data collection and automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or Network Engineering (or similar STEM related discipline).

* Cybersecurity expertise, to include an understanding of threats specific to manufacturing, such as IoT vulnerabilities and ransom ware attacks, and knowledge of security protocols for OT and IoT systems.

* Knowledge of network segmentation and compliance with standards such as NIST and ISO 27001.

* Familiarity with CNC and milling machine operations and their integration with digital systems.

* Experience with Agile based practices and Lean Six Sigma methodology.

* Understanding of Continuous Improvement concepts, processes, and tools.

* The ability to handle a rapidly changing set of projects and priorities while maintaining a strong professional presence.

* Customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills, with an ability to drive cross functional teams to action when working in a matrix organization.

* Self-starter who works quickly and effectively, can get up to speed with program processes quickly, and enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment.

* Entrepreneurial spirit, and an ability to effectively challenge the status quo while providing innovative solutions to complex IT requirements.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Salary Range: $137,400 - $206,000
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.