Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector (NGAS) has an opening for a Manager Industrial Security 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Security organization. This leadership role is located in Melbourne, FL.
The Manager Industrial Security 2 will have the responsibility of developing and administering security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment, which will include the following responsibilities:
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of security professionals to ensure consistent application of the leadership characteristics that are expected of all employees within the organization in a high intensity, fast-paced environment.
- Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment.
- Study and implement federal security regulations that apply to company operations.
- Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
- Prepare manuals outlining regulations, and establishes procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted records and materials.
- Develop and implement security education programs.
- Oversee internal security audits.
- Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
- Provide directions to security team members to assist with the execution of their statement of work.
- Assist with team members' professional development and growth.
- Ensure employee engagement and collaboration across teams within the Security organization.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development/mentoring to professionals at all levels.
- Develop and implement security policy and standards across the program enterprise.
- Ensure all program performance objectives as well as key milestones and deliverables are met.
- Manage a security budget within an established target.
- Manage program security compliance and operations across multiple functions to include Physical Security, COMSEC, Investigations, and Document Control Management.
This position will offer 1st shift, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree AND 6+ years of experience in Security within the Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing Industries or Military related experience OR Master’s Degree AND 4+ years of experience in Security within the Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing Industries or Military related experience OR High School Diploma AND 10+ years of experience in Security within the Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing Industries or Military related experience
- Minimum of 2 Years of management, supervisor, or other demonstrated leadership experience
- Must have an Active DoD Secret Clearance that is in-scope Granted or renewed in the last 5 years and the ability to obtain special program access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven ability to perform and manage diverse and dispersed security programs and teams across multiple disciplines (entire program security spectrum), to include Program/industrial Security, Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) duties, Information/Cyber Security, COMSEC, Physical Security, Personnel Security, International Security.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers.
- Knowledge and experience with ICD 705 construction and accreditation processes.
- Demonstrated experience in development of complex security plans and proposal writing.
- Experience and direct participation (working group and/or leadership positions) with Government/Industry Security Organizations (ISWG, NDIA, AIA, NCMS, etc.).
- Proven experience in planning and managing staffing and hiring processes for large teams, to include partnerships with HR, Talent Acquisition, hiring managers and program management leadership.
- Excellent communication, writing and organization skills, enabling effective communication with team members, fellow employees and government officials.
- Ability to work in a team environment with minimal oversight.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of security experience within Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Military-related environments
- Master's degree and 4+ years of security experience within Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Military-related environments
- High School Diploma and 10+ years of security experience within Aircraft, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Military-related environments
- Minimum of 2 years of management, supervisor, or demonstrated leadership experience
- Active DoD Secret Clearance in-scope granted or renewed in the last 5 years and ability to obtain special program access
- U.S. Citizenship (required for positions with a government clearance)
- Proven ability to perform and manage diverse and dispersed security programs across multiple disciplines (Program/Industrial Security, FSO/CPSO, Information/Cyber Security, COMSEC, Physical Security, Personnel Security, International Security)
- Knowledge and experience with ICD 705 construction and accreditation processes
- Demonstrated experience in development of complex security plans and proposal writing
- Experience and direct participation with Government/Industry Security Organizations (ISWG, NDIA, AIA, NCMS, etc.)
- Proven experience in planning and managing staffing and hiring processes for large teams, including partnerships with HR and Talent Acquisition
- Excellent communication, writing, and organization skills
- Ability to work in a team environment with minimal oversight
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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