RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
At 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman is seeking an FSO/Sr. Principal Industrial Security Analyst 4 to join our excellent, diverse team of security professionals. This is an on-site position located in Oklahoma City, OK.
The selected candidate will be responsible for leading and executing all aspects of the industrial security program at the facility level, ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and applicable contractual and government requirements. This role requires a self‑driven security professional capable of operating with limited supervision in a fast‑paced environment and partnering closely with program management, contracts, HR, and government customers.
Job Responsibilities
Create, maintain and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers. Develops, and administers 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. Experienced working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as the primary FSO for the Oklahoma City campus, maintaining an effective industrial security program in accordance with the NISPOM and applicable government and contractual requirements.
- Manage personnel security actions, to include processing initial clearances, periodic reinvestigations, upgrades/downgrades, and accesses via DISS and related systems.
- Oversee visitor control, incoming/outgoing visit certifications, and coordination with government and industry partners.
- Develop, implement, and maintain local security procedures, instructions, and awareness materials to ensure compliant day‑to‑day operations.
- Conduct and document self‑inspections, internal audits, and corrective action plans; prepare the facility and staff for government security reviews and assessments.
- Provide security guidance and consulting to program leadership and functional partners on contract requirements, proposal efforts, and program execution.
- Lead or support investigations of security incidents, reporting, and implementation of corrective/preventive measures.
- Deliver security education and training/briefings (initial, annual, and specialized) to a diverse employee population.
- Interface with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) representatives and other government security counterparts as required.
- Maintain accurate security records, files, and databases (e.g., DISS, NISS, internal tracking tools).
- Mentor junior security staff and contribute to continuous improvement of local and sector‑level security practices.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of Industrial Security/FSO relevant experience; or master’s degree and 6+ years relevant experience. An additional four years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a degree.
Current U.S. Government Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Top-Secret clearance.
Demonstrated experience managing or supporting an industrial security program under the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
Hands‑on experience with personnel security and clearance processing using DISS (and related DoD/IC systems).
Experience conducting self‑inspections, incident inquiries, and preparing for DCSA or customer security assessments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief leadership and interact professionally with government customers.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and exercise sound judgment in a classified environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience serving as an FSO and/or Alternate FSO for a cleared facility.
Completion of DCSA CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (or equivalent) coursework.
Knowledge of Workday and SIMS applications.
Knowledge of Lenel access control systems.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task with minimal supervision.
OPSEC program experience.
Proficiency with NISS, DISS, and other government security systems and tools.
Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
Experience in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Primary Level Salary Range: $96,200.00 - $144,200.00
The 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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.