Director, Software Factory

Northrop Grumman

. Lead a cross-functional organization of platform, tools, networking, security, and automation teams responsible for designing, delivering, and operating NGINE environments .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $193,800 - $321,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cross-functional teams to design and operate DevSecOps platforms, ensuring performance, reliability, and security outcomes. Proficient in developing strategic roadmaps and managing stakeholder engagement while adhering to compliance standards in secure environments.

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DevSecOps LeadershipCI/CD Pipeline ImplementationCloud Platform ManagementTechnical LeadershipActive DoD Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringPlatform EngineeringSecure Software Development LifecycleKubernetesAWSAzureEngineering KPIsBudget ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementStrategic Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStakeholder ManagementMentoringCoachingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

DevSecOps PlatformsArtifact RepositoriesContainer PlatformsEnterprise ToolsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret/SAP Clearance

Industry Keywords

DoDICNIST 800-53DoD STIGsRMF/ATO ProcessesSecure EnvironmentsSoftware FactoryMission Software Delivery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a cross-functional organization of platform, tools, networking, security, and automation teams responsible for designing, delivering, and operating NGINE environments
Establish the software factory as an enterprise capability by defining standard architectures, services, toolchains, and engagement models
Partner with program leadership, capture teams, and engineering organizations to align capability development with program needs, proposals, and execution plans
Own performance, reliability, and security outcomes, including availability, capacity, cost, and compliance
Oversee implementation and operation of DevSecOps platforms and services, including CI/CD, artifact repositories, container platforms, and secure development toolchains, across multiple classification levels
Shape and govern onboarding and support models, including intake, prioritization, service tiers, and customer engagement practices
Drive engineering excellence, security, automation, continuous improvement, and modern software and platform engineering practices
Partner with IT, infrastructure, cloud, security, and enterprise tools organizations to coordinate investments and ensure alignment
Lead budgeting, staffing, and resource planning; develop talent through mentoring, coaching, and career paths
Represent NGINE and NGDS in internal and external technical and business forums, leadership reviews, customer engagements, and technical exchanges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with 10+ years of professional relevant experience, or Master’s degree in engineering or related technical field with 8+ years of professional relevant experience
Experience delivering complex hardware and software integrated systems within cost, schedule, and performance objectives
Demonstrated experience leading software engineering, DevSecOps, platform engineering, or software factory initiatives at scale
Proven track record in technical leadership and organizational management, including responsibility for teams delivering shared platforms or services
Working knowledge of DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, cloud/on-prem platforms, and secure software development lifecycle concepts
Experience operating in or supporting DoD, IC, or other U.S. Government programs, including familiarity with secure environments and accreditation constraints
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic roadmaps, manage priorities, and drive change across multiple stakeholder groups
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and customers
Ability to travel up to 25%
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance
Preferred: Active Secret/SAP clearance
Preferred: Experience standing up or leading an enterprise software factory / DevSecOps platform
Preferred: Background with Kubernetes-based platforms, AWS/Azure, and supporting infrastructure for mission software delivery
Preferred: Familiarity with NIST 800-53, DoD STIGs, RMF/ATO processes, and secure software supply chain practices
Preferred: Experience defining and tracking engineering and platform KPIs
Preferred: Experience building and leading multi-disciplinary teams spanning software, platform, security, networking, and operations
Preferred: Experience influencing capture and proposal teams
Preferred: Business acumen, including experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships related to tools and platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Long Term Incentives may be available for Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business