Industrial Security Analyst - Level 3 or Level 4

Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 or Level 4At 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 an Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Aurora, CO, 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.The Industrial Security Analyst – Level 3 or Level 4 will serve as a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) and support all security activities and operations.

The selected candidate will be a member to our Program Security Team and regularly collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. They will ensure security compliance with government and company regulations and strive for excellence in executing security milestones in several security disciplines (DoD, SAP, & SCI). They will also have the responsibility of administering comprehensive security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment.In this job, you will:Support a fast-paced, high-profile program; creating, maintaining, and leveraging working relationships with internal and external customersAuthor clear, comprehensive Concept-of-Operations (CONOPS) documents for a variety of security initiativesManage program security compliance and operations across multiple functions, including security SCIF and/or SAPF administration, PHYSEC, COMSEC, PERSEC, OPSEC, Contract Security, SETA, Investigations, Visitor Control, and Document Control ManagementDevelop and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders with security updatesStudy and implement company and federal security policies, regulations, and procedures that apply to company operationsProvide Security support for ground surveys and mission operationsObtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agenciesDevelop and implement security education programs. Conduct internal security audits.

Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be takenEnsure adherence to contractual guidance for classified programs and cleared facilities in accordance with the DD Form 254, DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications guidanceAssist program managers and professional staff in interpreting, applying, and complying with program Security Classification Guides (SCG)Develop and implement OPSEC/ Program protection plansProvide personnel security (PERSEC) support to include but not limited to reviewing and processing required documentation in support of SCI and SAP nomination processes; maintain PERSEC databases; prepare and administer program indoctrination and debriefings; access, review, and submit clearance and access information using the appropriate government database and other information systemsProvide facility security administration, documentation, and support: implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); conduct SCI and SAP security program self-inspectionsPursue and obtain customer accreditation for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) in accordance with SCI and SAP DoD Manuals, IC Tech Spec, and other government requirementsManage and maintain UL-2050 Compliant Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and automated Access Control Systems (ACS)Other duties as assignedThis position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experienceWill consider an additional four years of professional experience in lieu of a degreeRequires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/accessMust have knowledge and familiarity with the CFR 32 part 117 (NISPOM); Intelligence Community Directives (ICD); DoD Manuals, and other related security requirementsContractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) experience working within a SCIF or SAPFExcellent written and oral communication skillsExperience with Desktop Computer and Microsoft Office productsBasic Qualifications for Level 4: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 experienceWill consider an additional four years of professional experience in lieu of a degreeRequires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/accessMust have knowledge and familiarity with the CFR 32 part 117 (NISPOM); Intelligence Community Directives (ICD); DoD Manuals, and other related security requirementsContractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) experience working within a SCIF or SAPFExcellent written and oral communication skillsExperience with Desktop Computer and Microsoft Office productsPreferred Qualifications:Active TS/SCI with a current PolygraphExperience with SIMS and/or Government Security Databases