Manager Classified Cybersecurity 2 - Top Secret

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10188416

• Category: Information Technology
• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.The Classified Cybersecurity team is seeking a second level (Level 2) Classified Cybersecurity Manager to lead a team of Information Systems Security Professionals (ISSOs/ISSMs) at our Rancho Bernardo San Diego, CA location. A diverse classified information systems security background is required, including the Intelligence Community assessment and authorization process (ICD-503), Special Access Programs (JSIG) and DoD collateral (NISPOM and DAAPM) processes.The Manager of Classified Cybersecurity will supervise a team of professionals. The team performs assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment, or enclave, and will identify where those systems and/or networks deviate from the acceptable configuration, enclave policy, or local policy. This is achieved through passive evaluations, such as compliance audits, as well as active evaluations like vulnerability assessments. This position will help the employees establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems.
  • Support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.
  • Assist in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e., DAAPM, JSIG, ICDs), make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
  • Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
  • Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
  • Document the results of Assessments and Accreditation activities, technical or coordination activity and prepare the Body of Evidence (BoE) and including updating the Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) as required.
  • Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
  • Ensure the management/coordination with classified programs on the design, testing, and implementing of state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, database products, firewalls, and network architectures to meet government classified Cyber Information Assurance compliance requirements.
  • Ensure environments remain compliant and all associated systems/networks achieve and maintain formal accreditation authorizations from government agencies.Establish an inclusive culture within a diverse environment, and will be responsible for the following:
    • Perform as the Manager and supervise a team of Classified Cybersecurity Analysts and Information System Security Officers (ISSO).
    • Foster an environment for individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization.
    • Establishment of a strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining formal Assessment & Authorization of systems.
    • Assist in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e. DAAPM, JSIG, ICD-503). This may include project management.
    • Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman and the Cyber ISS organizations policies and procedures, making sure that all information is accurate and complete in support of those policies and procedures.
    • Support the formal Security Assessment process required by the company or government customer.
    • Effectively communicate with program management teams, the Enterprise Services Program Management Office Team, the Information Technology Organization, and Industrial Security.
    • Assist in the interview and selection process of new employees.If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!Basic Qualifications:
      • Master's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience is required.
      • Must have a current DoD 8570 IAM Level III security certification (examples: CISM, GSLC, CCISO, CISSP) in order to be considered.
      • Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered.
      • Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as condition of continued employment.
      • Work experience in the one (or more) of the following areas: Department of Defense Special Access Programs (DoD SAP), and / or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.Preferred Qualifications:
        • Master's Degree in Cyber Security, Information Security, or similar STEM related discipline.
        • 8 years of ISSO/ISSM experience with RMF.
        • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance, with current SAP/SAR access.
        • Recent Polygraph.
        • Prior leadership or management experience.
        • Diverse classified information systems security / information assurance background.
        • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
        • Prior experience communicating with customer and program leadership.We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Come join us!Salary Range: $142,200 - $213,400The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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