Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 2 - Melbourne FL

VetJobs; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

9/80 schedule

401k matching

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Manager 2 Cyber Systems Engineering to lead a team of cyber engineers, develop talent, and ensure alignment with program needs. This on-site role is based in Melbourne, FL, requiring a Secret clearance and SAP eligibility.

The position emphasizes a strong leadership culture, collaboration with program management, and adherence to NG processes. The role includes budgeting, staffing, and overseeing multi-program support while delivering secure, compliant cyber solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Current in-scope U.S. Government Secret security clearance or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation program; SAP clearance required.
• Proven people leadership experience, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Experience leading, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams; cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with cyber systems engineering and/or system administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of cyber systems engineers with day-to-day direction and performance feedback.
• Own performance management for direct reports including goal setting and promotions.
• Drive talent development through training, mentoring, and succession planning.
• Ensure engagement and culture focused on mission and continuous improvement.
• Oversee staffing, budget, and resource allocation across programs.

Skills

People leadership

Security clearance

Cross-functional collaboration

Performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

The Northrop Grumman Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) team is seeking a Manager 2 Cyber Systems Engineering to support advanced aircraft software development and lab infrastructure within the Chief Information Office & Digital Transformation Office (CIDO). This role focuses primarily on people leadership, building and developing talent, driving engagement and performance, and ensuring cyber engineering support aligns with program needs while overseeing technical execution and adherence to NGAS engineering processes. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Melbourne, FL location.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.

People & Team Leadership

• Lead a team of cyber systems engineers, providing day‑to‑day direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Own performance management for direct reports: goal setting, quarterly performance feedback, compensation input, and promotion/recognition recommendations.
• Drive talent development through targeted training, mentoring, stretch assignments, and succession planning.
• Foster an inclusive, high‑engagement culture that emphasizes mission focus, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with peer managers to support staffing and workforce planning across programs, balancing business needs with employee growth and retention.

Cyber Systems Engineering & Program Support

• Allocate and manage resources to support multiple programs (development, production, and/or sustainment).
• Collaborate with Program Management, Chief Engineers, and IPT leads to understand scope, priorities, and requirements.

Ensure The Team Supports Activities Such As

• Cyber requirements development and allocation
• Cybersecurity architecture and design input
• RMF/ATO support and security controls implementation
• Cyber risk assessments, threat modeling, and mitigations
• Support integration, test, and verification of cyber requirements
• Provide management‑level oversight of technical work and remove roadblocks affecting cost, schedule, or quality.

Functional, Business, and Process Responsibilities

• Support recruiting and hiring (requisitions, interviewing, selection) for Cyber Systems Engineering and Project Management roles.
• Manage budgets, training allocations, and the team's overhead utilization.
• Contribute to functional initiatives in the Cyber and CIDO organizations (process improvements, tool deployment, metrics, culture/engagement activities).
• Provide status and metrics to functional and program leadership on staffing, utilization, performance, and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with Northrop Grumman processes, sector procedures, and applicable security, export, and ethics requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7+ years of relevant experience in engineering, computer science, business, or leadership; OR Master’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering, computer science, business, or leadership.
• The selected candidate must have a current, in-scope U.S. Government Secret security clearance with an investigation completed within the last 6 years or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• Candidate must be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance before a start date can be established; maintaining the required SAP clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• People leadership experience, preferably in performance reviews, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Proven experience of leading, developing, and inspiring high‑performing teams.
• Experience communicating and collaborating across functions (program management, systems, software, hardware, test, cyber).
• Experience in cyber systems engineering and/or system administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret, TS/SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph
• Experience leading multi‑discipline engineering teams in a similar defense environment.
• Hands‑on background in US Government cybersecurity frameworks, such as RMF, NIST 800‑53, or JSIG.
• Demonstrated success in developing, engaging, and retaining talent in a competitive technical labor market.
• Strong influence and change‑management skills; proven ability to drive process/culture improvements across teams and programs.

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!

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Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

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.

City* Melbourne

State* Florida

Job_Category Cybersecurity

Job Code _Manager Manager

Affiliate Sponsor Northrop Grumman