Security Coordinator - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 51,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams in Dulles, VA, for a Security Coordinator – Level 3 or 4. This 100% onsite role supports program security, PERSEC, and access control in high-stakes environments.

You will prepare PAR packages, indoctrinations, and maintain PERSEC databases while coordinating with government agencies and contractors. A TS clearance with SCI access is required, with DoD and IC security standards guiding daily

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top-Secret clearance with SCI access.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated security experience with industrial security programs in the Intelligence Community.

Responsibilities

• Provide program security and PERSEC support; manage documentation and databases.
• Generate PAR packages and PIAs; brief/debrief with government personnel.
• Familiarize with DoD SAP/IC directives and NISPOM requirements; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to security policies and DD254 guidance and supplier security measures.
• Liaise with government agencies, contractors and internal teams; perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Security coordination

MS Office proficiency

IC security experience

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Security Coordinator – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Dulles, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

In this position you will:

• Provide program security and personnel security (PERSEC) support to include but not limited to review and process required documentation in support of the SAP and SCI nomination processes; prepare and administer program indoctrination and debriefings; access, review and submit clearance/access information using DISS and JADE, and other information systems; maintain PERSEC databases in accordance with customer tracking requirements; maintain and operate document control register/database; process and manage incoming and outgoing visit authorizations and visitor control
• Generate and/or review Program Access Request (PAR) packages; ensure all required information is provided, including currency of information, completeness of forms, and inclusion of required signatures. Generate Program Indoctrination Agreements (PIA), provide to briefer/debriefer, and/or execute briefs/debriefs on behalf of the government security team
• Familiarization with the DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manuals (DoD Manual 5205.07 Volumes 1-4), Sensitive Compartmented Information Administrative Manuals (DoD Manual 5105.21 Volumes 1-3), Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), IC Technical Specification (IC Tech Spec) for ICD/ICS 705, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and other applicable security regulations and requirements
• Ensure compliance with government and corporate security policies/procedures
• Ensure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with DD Form 254 and Issue subcontract DD254s
• Serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing personnel security paperwork and a data transfer agent to ingress files and uploading into Government databases
• Maintain liaison and good working relationships with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers
• Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI and Program approval/access
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated, relevant security experience with industrial security programs within the Intelligence Community

Basic Qualifications for Level 4

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI and Program approval/access
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated, relevant security experience with industrial security programs within the Intelligence Community

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Self-starter with minimal supervision
• Ability to display tact, discretion, and diplomacy in a variety of program areas
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• SharePoint experience
• Excellent communication skills, speaking, writing skills, and organizational skills enabling effective communications
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements and the National Industrial Security Program (NISP)

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $61,100.00 - $101,800.00

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.