Security Manager 3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Huntsville, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) seeks a Business Unit Security Manager to lead security operations for the GC2S BU and Huntsville site. You will shape and execute a unified security strategy across multiple divisions while aligning with enterprise directives and regulatory requirements.

You will manage a senior security team, partner with customer and government security bodies, and drive crisis management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 10+ years in security; or Master’s plus 8+ years in security.
• Current Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP access capability.
• Experience leading large security operations and crisis management.
• Familiarity with NISPOM, self-inspections, and personnel clearances.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead security operations for the GC2S BU and Huntsville site.
• Translate business goals into risk-based security priorities and investments.
• Build partnerships across Security, Facilities, IT/Cyber, HR, Legal, and Ops.
• Lead campus crisis management with cross-sector teams.
• Ensure compliance and policy alignment with enterprise directives.

Skills

Security leadership

Crisis management

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Risk-based decision making

Compliance

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS), Command and Control & Weapons Integration (CWI) Division is seeking a Business Unit Security Manager to lead security operations for the Global Command and Control Solutions (GC2S) Business Unit (BU).

The Business Unit Security Manager (BUSM) for CWI Division is a senior level manager and integral member of the Business Unit Leadership Team, comprised of a geographically dispersed GC2S portfolio. This role is responsible for shaping and executing an integrated security strategy that aligns functional and business objectives and drives cross-sector and multi-division collaboration to deliver a unified campus experience for the Huntsville site. The BUSM is a strategic partner, harmonizing policies, processes, and relationships to ensure a compliant, efficient, and mission-focused security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Partnership

Serve as the security advisor and active partner to the Business Unit Leadership Team, translating business goals into risk-based security priorities and investments. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, multi-discipline security team; set vision, goals, and accountability; foster a culture of ownership, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Provide clear expectations, timely decision making and guidance during operations and events, balancing mission needs with compliance and risk. Use metrics to drive decisions, track performance and report to BU and sector leadership.

• One Northrop Grumman Campus Integration

Author, update, and enforce BU and Huntsville Campus security policies and procedures aligned to enterprise directives and federal regulations. Drive cross-sector and multi-division collaboration to implement common standards, shared services, and site governance using sound judgment, emotional intelligence, adaptability, resilience, and accountability. Establish and lead campus partnerships and working groups with Security, Facilities, IT/Cyber, HR, Legal, EHS, Business, Finance, Programs, and Sector and Division Leadership by building trust and maintaining team focus, driving consistency across stakeholders.

• Huntsville Campus Crisis Management Lead

Lead a multi-sector, multi-division, and geographically dispersed campus crisis management team in a high-pressure, rapidly changing environment. Make sound decisions under incomplete or rapidly evolving conditions, communicate clearly in writing and verbally, set priorities, delegate effectively, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely, organized response efforts.

• Compliance Oversight & External Collaboration

Advise and mentor Campus Facility Security Officer, building strong partnerships with customer security representatives, DCSA and other government agencies, local law enforcement and emergency services, landlords, and key suppliers.

Critical Capabilities

• Proven leadership of security organizations and teams; ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable

• Trusted partner to senior business leaders; strong stakeholder management and influence in a matrixed environment

• Decisive, risk-based decision making under ambiguity and time pressure

• Policy development and interpretation; ability to translate complex requirements into practical, scalable procedures

• Strategic planning and execution; delivering cross-site, cross-sector initiatives and measurable outcomes

• Results-driven orientation; sets clear goals, uses data to manage performance, and consistently achieves compliance and mission objectives

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and change management skills

• Demonstrated success collaborating across sectors and divisions to create a unified experience

• Knowledge of applicable defense and industrial security disciplines and federal requirements; ability to align enterprise policy with site execution

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 10 years of proven experience in security; or master’s degree plus minimum 8 years related experience.

• Current Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP access

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills with NISPOM, conducting self-inspections, handling personnel clearances, and overseeing physical security for classified areas; equivalence to four or more years as FSO

• Demonstrated track record leading large scale crisis management team; equivalence to four or more years as security operations manager

• Proven history of leading diverse teams in operational environments and documented experience managing managers; ability to foster a diverse, inclusive, and engaging team environment focused on high performance and operational excellence

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed

• Respond to off‑hour notifications and calls to support emergencies, team and program deliverables, and mission milestones

• Experience in development of complex security plans and proposal writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of leadership experience with planning, executing business operations, and managing a staff of geographically dispersed personnel.

• Current Top Secret and SAP access.

• 5+ years demonstrated ability to lead security teams across multiple disciplines.

• Experience in planning, managing, and executing complex budgets across diverse locations.

• Expertise in managing and executing SAP and SCI security programs.

• Experience in planning and managing staffing and hiring processes for large teams, including partnerships with HR, Talent Acquisition, and program management leadership.

Primary Level Salary Range: $152,300.00 - $228,500.00

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.

Job Category: Security