Posted:
3/26/2026, 4:14:40 AM
Location(s):
Maryland, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security
Workplace Type:
On-site
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Principle Industrial Security Analyst, to join our Multi Domain Operations security team. This position will be based in Linthicum, MD location. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible
In this job, you will:
Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment.
Studies and implements federal security regulations that apply to company operations.
Obtains rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
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.
Conducts security education classes and security audits.
Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex tasks independently without appreciable direction.
Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment.
Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
Develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation.
Ensure solutions are consistent with organization objectives.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience
Will consider an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
Must have in-depth knowledge with the CFR 32 part 117 (NISPOM); Joint Air Force, Army and Navy (JAFAN), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD); DoD Manuals, and other related security requirements
Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) approval as needed within a reasonable period of time
Preferred Qualifications:
Active SCI & SAP access
Current Polygraph
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Working knowledge of Northrop Grumman and Government systems (ESIS, DISS, JADE).
Your Unique Contribution:
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills. Enabling effective communication with team members, fellow employees, and government officials
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers
Ability to recognize opportunities and take independent action to resolve challenges
Ability to collaborate effectively with security peers and program management team members and work on a team with minimal oversight
Ability to effectively engage with team members on task comp
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software