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Industrial Security Analyst - Level 4

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Mclean, VA • On-site

$117K - $176K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 544 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.

If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As an Industrial Security Analyst - Level 4 your role at Dulles, VA will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. This position is 100% onsite at the Dulles, VA or McLean, VA location. Occasional travel may be required. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?

Our opportunity is counterintelligence (CI) and insider threat focused. The Industrial Security Analyst will manage a portfolio within the counterintelligence and sider threat program for the Northrop Grumman Space Sector (NGSP). You will be responsible for attending and working group meetings in the Quantico, VA area on a weekly basis.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

  • Protect classified and proprietary information from external and internal threats
  • Conduct counterintelligence and insider threat investigations
  • Develop and implement awareness campaigns across this sector and in collaboration with NGSP Counterintelligence and Insider Threat Manager
  • Travel periodically to NGSP facilities across the sector in furtherance of the duties statues above
  • Establish internal and external partnerships
  • Review available intelligence sources, conduct tailored presentations and perform threat and vulnerability analysis
  • Develop methods to protect employees and proprietary information during CONUS and OCONUS travel
  • Other duties as assigned

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of professional experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of professional 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
  • Requires ability to collaborate with internal and external partners
  • Requires leadership ability to work independently to represent Northrop Grumman

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of counterintelligence and/or insider threat experience

Soft Skills:

  • Ability to effectively engage with team members on task completion
  • Ability to recognize opportunities and take independent action at resolving challenges
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong skills in team building
  • Strong skills in educating and mentoring team members

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The 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.

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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939