Manager Classified Cybersecurity 2 - Top Secret

Northrop Grumman; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Cybersecurity 2 to lead a team of information security professionals at Beale AFB, CA. The role requires a Top Secret clearance and on-site presence, with responsibilities spanning risk management, policy implementation, and staff development.

You will drive training, ensure compliance with government standards, and coordinate with executives and customers on technical matters while maintaining accreditation for environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with required experience for the role.
• MS/PhD degrees with relevant cybersecurity focus are acceptable.
• US Government Top Secret clearance required; SAP/SAR eligibility.
• Preferred 8140-level certifications (CISM, CISSP, GSLC, CCISO).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of information security professionals ensuring secure enclave assessment and authorization.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities for managers and new leaders.
• Identify skill gaps and drive training to meet requirements.
• Oversee compliance with government policies (DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) and document processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Team development

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Ph.D.

Security certifications (8140 era: CISM/CISSP/GSLC/CCISO)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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.

Note

Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a Manager Cybersecurity 2 to lead a team of Information System Security Professionals. A diverse classified information system security background is required. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Beale AFB, CA location.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for managers and new leaders
• Identify skills needed and provide training to meet requirements.
• Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
• Lead the implementation of required government policy (i.e., DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) to ensure compliance. Develop process tailoring recommendations and manage the documentation and execution of process activities.
• Foster an environment for individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization
• Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman’s policies and procedures, making sure that all information is accurate and complete in support of those policies and procedures
• Interact with internal key executives, CIDO Program Management Office and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organization
• Ensure all environments stay compliant while all related systems and networks obtain and continuously retain formal accreditation authorizations from the appropriate government agencies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR Ph. D. and 3 years of relevant experience is required
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum) to be considered
• The selected candidate must have the ability to be cleared to Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• US Government 8140 advance level certification such as CISM, CISSP, GSLC, or CCISO
• Experience managing cybersecurity teams
• Experience implementing RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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! #MPR

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,800.00 - $209,800.00

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.