Industrial Security Manager – Level 3

Northrop Grumman

. Develop, harmonize, and enforce sector-wide security policies, controls, and standard work across applicable programs and locations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $137,800 - $239,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and enforcing security policies and compliance requirements while providing leadership and mentoring to security professionals. Proficient in standardizing processes and integrating security requirements into program execution.

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Active U.S. Government Top-Secret Security ClearanceIn-Depth Knowledge Of CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM)Knowledge Of DoD Manual 5205.07 Special Access Program Security ManualMinimum Of Two Years Of Management ExperienceExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Security Policy DevelopmentCompliance DocumentationFederal Security Regulation ImplementationIncident Reporting StandardizationAutomation ImplementationProcess StandardizationTrend AnalysisProgram Planning IntegrationRecord ManagementInspection Readiness Coordination

Soft Skills

LeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Security Incident Management Systems (SIMS)Standardized TemplatesChecklistsFormsJob Aids

Industry Keywords

Security ClearanceGovernment ComplianceSensitive Material HandlingInternal Review CoordinationProgram Security Leads

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, harmonize, and enforce sector-wide security policies, controls, and standard work across applicable programs and locations
Document, communicate, and standardize processes, expectations, and compliance requirements
Study and implement federal security regulations and translate them into standardized procedures and tools
Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable regulatory deviations from government agencies and integrate them into standard work and training
Standardize security manuals and work instructions for handling, storing, and maintaining records
Oversee Space Sector Internal Review Team tracking and coordinate sector reviews and inspection readiness
Standardize destruction processes for classified and sensitive materials across customer agencies
Standardize security incident reporting, SIMS tracking, documentation, disciplinary actions, trend analysis, and management reporting
Develop and maintain standardized templates and resources, including checklists, forms, briefings, and job aids
Build relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and customers
Integrate security requirements into program planning, execution, and new program stand-ups
Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development/mentoring to security professionals and program security leads
Maintain responsive and accurate support for security requirements and workforce readiness
Identify and implement automation opportunities within security workflows
Coordinate and collaborate across security professionals and program security leads to ensure compliance with government and company requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience including people management experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience including people management experience
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Ability to obtain and maintain SCI and/or SAP approval/access
Minimum of two years of management, supervisor, or other demonstrated leadership experience
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
In-depth knowledge of CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM)
Knowledge of DoD Manual 5205.07 Special Access Program Security Manual, Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements
U.S. citizenship required for positions with a government clearance
Willingness/ability to travel 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off
Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Long Term Incentives eligibility for Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
No relocation assistance available