Industrial Security Analyst - Level 2

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst to join its Tactical Space Systems team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that impact national security and human space exploration. You will be responsible for providing critical security support, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and fostering collaboration across teams. This position is 100% onsite, allowing you to engage directly with a diverse group of professionals dedicated to making the impossible possible. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for security, this is the perfect opportunity for you to launch your career.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience or Master’s degree.
• Strong knowledge of DoD security requirements and NISP.

Responsibilities

• Provide personnel security support and manage security documentation.
• Analyze and resolve personnel security issues while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

JADE

DISS

SIMS

Lenel

Job description

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 an Industrial Security Analyst - Level 2 , to join our Tactical Space Systems team in Dulles, VA . This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

The Industrial Security Analyst – Level 2 will join our Personnel Security Team and will work closely with senior executives, customers, and government representatives, both internally and externally.

In this job, you will:

• Provide program security and personnel security (PERSEC) support to include but not limited to review and process required documentation in support of the SAP and SCI nomination processes; prepare and administer program indoctrination and debriefings; access, review and submit clearance/access information using DISS and JADE, and other information systems; 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.
• 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.
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve personnel security issues while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, and managers on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
• Oversee classified security programs and provide expertise in all security functions 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), 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 and Issue subcontract DD254s.
• Serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing personnel security paperwork and a data transfer agent to ingress files and upload into Government databases.
• Develop, document, and present security education, training, and awareness (SETA) activities.
• Maintain liaison and good working relationships with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers.
• 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 working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
• Demonstrated, relevant security experience with industrial security programs within the Intelligence Community.
• Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.

Preferred Qualifications:

• JADE, DISS and SIMS experience.
• SCIF/ SAPF Security Experience to include Experience in ICD 705 physical construction and TEMPEST requirements and Personnel and SCI/SAP Security Experience.
• Experience implementing multiple security disciplines to include Personnel, Physical, Communications and Operations Security programs and requirements.
• Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) Industrial Security Certifications, Physical Security and FSO certification a plus.
• Experience with Lenel and Security Information Management System (SIMS) software.
• Accredited/approved CSSO training certification from an intelligence agency; valid and active.

Inclusive Qualities:

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, make decisions amid ambiguity and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills to include being a self-starter that can deliver results with minimal supervision and functions with high ethical standards.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to display tact, discretion, and diplomacy in dealing with all levels of employees and customers.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment and maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and possess the skills required to manage time and tasks independently.

About Tactical Space Systems:

Provider of small-and-medium class satellites for commercial and government customers and pioneer in human and robotic in-space satellite servicing and logistics systems. We support 4 orbits of satellites and national security and 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.