RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

Roles and Responsibilities:  The CSSO administers all requisite national security directives with specific emphasis on NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), Special Access Program (SAP) directives and other governing directives, as applicable. Exhibits the dedication and expectation of excellence required of a seasoned security professional. The CSSO works as a team player, exhibits flexibility and responds to customer expectations in a sometimes fast-paced environment. The CSSO interacts with internal and external customers or Government security officials in performance of security duties. Administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. Obtains rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies. Administers procedures and regulations for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted areas and data. Conducts security education classes and security audits. Investigates security violations and prepares reports specifying preventive action to be taken.

Basic Qualifications:

• 2 years Industrial Security experience with a Bachelor's degree; OR 0 years with a Master's degree OR additional 4 years of security experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance current within 6 years

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and a self-starter attitude

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance

• CDSE Professional Certification

• Experience working in an SAP environment

• Working knowledge of the NISPOM and DoD SAP Manuals

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task with minimal supervision

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines

• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tools such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

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.