Industrial Security Analyst/Principal Industrial Security Analyst
Northrop Grumman
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Buffalo, NY · Posted October 1, 2026
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About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Industrial Security Analyst to: 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 prepares reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
This position can be filled at either a level 2 or level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2+ years of Industrial Security or relevant experience. An additional four years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Current Active Secret clearance with ability to meet enhanced security requirements and obtain/maintain SAP eligibility and access.
In-scope investigation (T5, T5R, SSBI, SBPR, PPR) completed within last 6 years or current enrollment in Continuous Evaluation (CE) program.
US Citizenship required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be proficient in basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) .
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5+ years of industrial security or relevant experience or MS Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. An additional four years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Current Active Secret clearance with ability to meet enhanced security requirements and obtain/maintain SAP eligibility and access.
In-scope investigation (T5, T5R, SSBI, SBPR, PPR) completed within last 6 years or current enrollment in Continuous Evaluation (CE) program.
US Citizenship required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be proficient in MS Office suite (Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, TEAMs).
Preferred Qualifications:
Top Secret clearance.
Experience with DODM 5205.07 and ICD 705 Tech Spec.
Experience utilizing DISS or SIMS.
CDSE Industrial Security Training - FSO for Possessing Facilities, Intro to SAP
Classification review experience.
Experience completing compliance self-inspections and supporting formal customer compliance inspections.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
Willing to work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment, excellent communication skills speaking, writing skills and organized skills enabling effective communications.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $103,400.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00
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.