Manager Cybersecurity 1

Northrop Grumman; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

401k matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Cybersecurity 1 to lead a team of ISSEs at our Rolling Meadows, IL facility. The role requires a Top Secret security clearance and on-site work.

You will drive risk management, security testing, and compliance with government policies while coordinating with executives and customers. The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and strong technical governance across multi-domain security programs, with competitive benefits and a focus on

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or Bachelor’s with 5 years experience.
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance or enrolled in CE Program to be considered.
• Meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for an Information System Security Manager - Security+; certification must be maintained.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks in a secure enclave.
• Oversee risk mitigation, security certification testing, and audits.
• Implement government policy (DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) for compliance.
• Develop process tailoring recommendations and document activities.
• Conduct Security Test and Evaluation with government authorities and report results.
• Coordinate with security teams and executives on critical technical matters.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

Top Secret clearance

Security+ (DoD 8140)

CISSP certification

Bachelor's/Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

RMF

A&A processes

DoD 8140 policies

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim 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.
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 you 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 CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Manager Cybersecurity 1 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 Rolling Meadows, IL location.
The responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following:

• Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
• Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A); this will include 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.
• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
• Lead the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.
• Document the results of A&A activities and inspection activities, along with any technical or corrective actions and work collectively with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority; periodically conduct comprehensive reviews of each system's audits and ensure that all corrective actions are fully resolved.
• 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 organizations.

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, full-time at our Rolling Meadows, IL campus.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience is required.
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance, to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for an Information System Security Manager - Security+; the required certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CISSP certification.
• Experience with 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!
Primary Level Salary Range: $115,500.00 - $173,300.00
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.