Industrial Security Analyst - Level 3 or 4

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company-paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 or 4 in Linthicum, MD, for 100% onsite work. Active Top Secret clearance with SAP/SCI eligibility is required, and up to 10% travel is possible. Relocation assistance is not provided.

The role covers SCIF/SAPF administration, PERSEC, COMSEC, OPSEC, and Security Education, with audits, policy interpretation, and liaison duties across multiple government frameworks. A strong background in DoD security requirements is essential.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top‑Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SAP/SCI before onboarding.
• Experience with CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM), JAFAN, DoDM 5205.07, ICD, DoD Manuals, and related security requirements.
• Experience with desktop computers and Microsoft Office products.
• Detail‑oriented with meticulous record‑keeping and data input into multiple databases.

Responsibilities

• Support a fast‑paced, high‑profile program.
• Create, maintain, and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Study and implement company and federal security policies, regulations, and procedures that apply to company operations.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Manage program security compliance and operations across multiple functions, including SCIF and/or SAPF administration, PHYSEC, COMSEC, PERSEC, OPSEC, Contract Security, Security Education, Investigations, Visitor Control, and Document Control Management.
• Develop and implement a security education and awareness program.
• Conduct internal security audits.
• Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
• Ensure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with the Security Statements of Work, DD Form 254, and DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidance.
• Assist program managers and staff in interpreting, applying, and complying with program Security Classification Guides (SCG).
• Provide PERSEC support, including reviewing and processing required documentation for SCI and SAP nomination processes, maintaining PERSEC databases, and administering program indoctrination and debriefings.
• Provide facility security administration, documentation, and support: implement SOPs; conduct SCI and SAP security program self‑inspections.
• Provide security support for SCIF and SAPF build construction projects, including obtaining customer accreditation per SCI and SAP DoD Manuals, ICD, IC Spec, and other government requirements.
• Manage and maintain UL‑2050 compliant IDS and automated Access Control Systems (ACS).
• Perform the duties of a Top‑Secret Control Officer (TSCO) as required and maintain accountability of classified materials.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

NISPOM knowledge

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

JADE

SIMS

Job description

Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 or 4

Location: Linthicum, MD.
Position: 100% onsite, no telecommute.
Travel: Yes, up to 10% of the time.
Relocation assistance: None.
Clearance required: Top Secret (must be able to obtain SAP/SCI clearance).

Responsibilities

• Support a fast‑paced, high‑profile program.
• Create, maintain, and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Study and implement company and federal security policies, regulations, and procedures that apply to company operations.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Manage program security compliance and operations across multiple functions, including SCIF and/or SAPF administration, PHYSEC, COMSEC, PERSEC, OPSEC, Contract Security, Security Education, Investigations, Visitor Control, and Document Control Management.
• Develop and implement a security education and awareness program.
• Conduct internal security audits.
• Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
• Ensure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with the Security Statements of Work, DD Form 254, and DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidance.
• Assist program managers and staff in interpreting, applying, and complying with program Security Classification Guides (SCG).
• Provide personnel security (PERSEC) support, including reviewing and processing required documentation for SCI and SAP nomination processes, maintaining PERSEC databases, and administering program indoctrination and debriefings.
• Provide facility security administration, documentation, and support: implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); conduct SCI and SAP security program self‑inspections.
• Provide security support for SCIF and SAPF build construction projects, including obtaining customer accreditation in accordance with SCI and SAP DoD Manuals, ICD, IC Spec, and other government requirements.
• Manage and maintain UL‑2050 compliant Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and automated Access Control Systems (ACS).
• Perform the duties of a Top‑Secret Control Officer (TSCO) as required and maintain accountability of classified materials.

Basic Qualifications – Level 3

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience. Additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Government Top‑Secret clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP and/or SCI clearance approval prior to onboarding.
• Knowledge and familiarity with CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM), JAFAN, DoDM 5205.07, ICD, DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements.
• Experience with desktop computers and Microsoft Office products.
• Detail‑oriented, meticulous record‑keeping, and responsible for accurate data input into multiple databases/spreadsheets.

Basic Qualifications – Level 4

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience OR Ph.D. with 4 years of professional experience. Additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Government Top‑Secret clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP and/or SCI clearance approval prior to onboarding.
• Knowledge and familiarity with CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM), JAFAN, DoDM 5205.07, ICD, DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements.
• Experience with desktop computers and Microsoft Office products.
• Detail‑oriented, meticulous record‑keeping, and responsible for accurate data input into multiple databases/spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) experience within a SCIF or SAPF (DCID 6/4 or ICD 704 eligibility in DISS).
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.
• Experience with SIMS and/or Government Security Databases (JADE).
• Curiosity about developments in the Northrop Grumman Space Sector.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
• Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus based on performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Citizenship Requirement

U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.