Principal/Sr. Principal CIDO IT Program Manager

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Linthicum, MD seeks an innovative IT Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering secure, integrated digital solutions. The role requires a Secret clearance and an on-site presence at the Linthicum campus.

You will manage Enterprise IT and Cybersecurity initiatives within the Advanced Systems division, coordinating with stakeholders at all levels and driving continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance required (or in CEP).
• Proven IT project management experience with leadership in a matrix organization.
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely, cost-effective IT and cybersecurity service delivery aligned to roadmaps.
• Manage daily priorities across design, development, integration and testing of digital solutions.
• Oversee quality, performance, budget, and schedules for IT/Cybersecurity aspects of Advanced Systems.
• Drive adoption of standardized digital solutions and retire technical debt.

Skills

Security clearance process

IT project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

AI familiarity

ServiceNow knowledge

Agile/Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or STEM

Tools

ServiceNow

Data analytics concepts

Job description

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 of 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.

Northrop Grumman's Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking an innovative and dynamic IT Program Manager. This leader will support the Advanced Systems organizational unit in the Mission Systems Airborne Multifunction Sensors Division and is based in our Linthicum, MD location. Reporting to the MS CIDO Lead for Advanced Systems, you will lead cross-functional support teams in a matrixed organizational structure. The candidate selected for this position will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD campus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of IT and Cybersecurity services, with an emphasis on alignment with enterprise strategy and technology roadmaps.
• Manage daily priorities, reviewing the design, development, integration, and testing of digital solutions to meet business objectives.
• Oversee the technical quality, system performance, budget, and schedule for IT/Cybersecurity aspects related to Advanced Systems programs.
• Drive the implementation and adoption of standardized, digital solutions, actively seeking to identify and retire technical debt.

Basic Qualifications For Level 3:

• Associate’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience.

Basic Qualifications For Level 4:

• Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or a PhD with 4 years of relevant experience.

Basic Qualifications for Levels 3 and 4:

• Applicants must have an active U.S. Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the US Government Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP) in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance; maintaining the required clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of stakeholders ranging from very technical to non-technical, individual contributors, and executive management.
• Customer satisfaction and continuous improvement (concepts, processes, and tools) experience (e.g. implementation of Service Now for project and service request tracking).
• Proven IT project management experience and demonstrated leadership skills, including planning, scheduling, and workload forecasting.
• The ability to handle a rapidly changing set of projects and priorities while maintaining a strong, professional presence.
• Customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills, with an ability to drive cross functional teams to action when working in a matrix organization.
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar STEM related discipline.
• Experience with Agile based practices or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Understanding of data analytics/data science principles and practices.
• Self-starter who works efficiently and effectively, can get up to speed with program processes quickly, and enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment.

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: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.