Manager Industrial Security 2 (SkillBridge)

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman’s 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels.  SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as Active-duty service members. 

Responsibilities for this internship position are: 

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program. 

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC. 

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities. 

Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team. 

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility: 

 - Has served at least 180 days on active duty 
 - Is within 12 months of separation or retirement 
 - Will receive an honorable discharge 
 - Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS 
 - Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months 
 - Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Northrop Grumman Defense Sector (NGDS) 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 at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA supporting the Sentinel program.

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.

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 but will not be limited to the following responsibilities:

• Studies and implements federal security regulations that apply to company operations

• Obtains rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies

• Reviews design drawings and facility construction projects for ICD-705 compliance

• Prepares manuals outlining regulations, and establishes procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted records and materials

• Develops and implements security education program

• Oversees internal security audits

• Investigates security violations and prepares reports specifying preventive action to be taken

• Provides direction to security team members to assist with the execution of their statement of work

• Assists with team members' professional development and growth

• Leads a small team of security professionals to ensure consistent application of the leadership characteristics that are expected of all employees within the organization, ensuring employee engagement across the team

• Collaborates across teams within the Security organization

• Provides leadership, guidance, and professional development/mentoring to professionals at all levels

• Develops and implements security policies and standards across the program

• Ensures all program performance objectives as well as key milestones and deliverables are met

• Manages local program security compliance and operations

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; Master's degree and 6 years of related experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree

• Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application with an investigation completed within the last 6 years or enrolled into DoD Continuous vetting program

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business need

• Meets DoD SkillBridge qualifications as per DODI 1322.29

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in ICD/705 construction/design reviews

• ICD/705 certification

• Demonstrated leadership skills with an emphasis on consistency, clear communication, responsiveness, and follow through

• Knowledge and familiarity with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DoDM 5205.07 Special Access Program Security Manual, and other US Government security manuals

• Ability to execute Security and Program Management concepts

• Experience managing multiple function teams across the program enterprise

• Excellent communication, writing and organization skills, enabling effective communications with team members, colleagues and government officials

• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal oversight

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers

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