Industrial Security Manager – Level 2

Northrop Grumman

. Serve as a Special Security Manager and oversee security activities and operations for the special program portfolio .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $127,100 - $199,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing security operations and compliance, with a strong focus on developing and implementing security programs and policies. Possesses in-depth knowledge of federal security regulations and the ability to lead and mentor security teams effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information ClearanceIn-Depth Knowledge of CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM)Experience Managing Industrial Security ProgramsLeadership Experience in Security ManagementAbility to Execute Security and Program Management Concepts

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Hard Skills

Security Program DevelopmentSecurity Compliance ManagementInternal Security AuditsRegulatory Manual PreparationSecurity Metrics ManagementInvestigating Security ViolationsSecurity Education Program DevelopmentHandling Classified MaterialsImplementing Security PoliciesManaging Competing Priorities

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsOrganizational SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Full Scope Polygraph

Industry Keywords

Government Security RegulationsIntelligence Community DirectivesDoD ManualsSecurity OperationsProgram Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Special Security Manager and oversee security activities and operations for the special program portfolio
Guide briefed and non-briefed personnel across all functions
Interface with internal and external leadership personnel
Manage a security team onsite and collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations
Ensure security compliance with government and company regulations
Maintain program security metrics and manage competing priorities
Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified and proprietary materials, documents, and equipment
Study and implement applicable federal security regulations
Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations from government agencies
Prepare regulatory manuals and establish procedures for handling, storing, recording, and granting access to restricted documents and materials
Develop and implement security education programs
Oversee internal security audits
Investigate security violations and prepare reports with preventive actions
Direct security team members in executing their statements of work
Support team members’ professional development and growth
Lead security professionals and ensure employee engagement
Collaborate across organizational teams
Provide leadership, guidance, professional development, and mentoring
Develop and implement security policies and standards
Ensure program objectives, milestones, and deliverables are met
Manage program security compliance and operations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with a CI Polygraph at time of application
Minimum of two years of management, supervisor, or other demonstrated leadership experience
In-depth knowledge and familiarity with CFR 32 part 117 (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements
Experience managing Industrial Security programs and teams preferred
Ability to execute Security and Program Management concepts preferred
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills preferred
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills preferred
Ability to recognize opportunities and take independent action to resolve challenges preferred
Ability to collaborate effectively with security peers and program management, team members, and work with minimal oversight preferred
Ability to effectively engage with team members on task completion preferred
Full Scope Polygraph preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus may be available
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business