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Principal Industrial Security Analyst

Northrop Grumman Systems

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Elkton, MD · Posted October 28, 2026

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined efforts means that our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Industrial Security Analyst to join our team in in Elkton, MD.

Responsibilities:

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

Working knowledge of the NISPOM and DoD SAP Manuals

Security database updates within the Security Information Management System (SIMS)

Access to DISS for clearance verification for SCI and/or SAP processing

Assist the site Industrial Security Team and programs as needed

Training development (specific to program needs/requirements)

Other duties as assigned

Respond to off‑hour notifications and calls to support emergencies, team and program deliverables, and mission milestones.

Basic Qualifications:

5 years of Security experience with Bachelor's; OR 3 years with Master’s OR an additional 4 years of applicable work experience may be substituted for bachelor’s degree

Candidate must have and be able to maintain an Active U.S. Government security clearance at the Top Secret level with a background investigation date within the last 6 years

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.

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

Working knowledge of the NISPOM and DoD SAP Manuals

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in Foreign Military Sales Contracts, Offsets, and collaboration with foreign disclosure office.

Prior experience leading proposal efforts: writing Basis of Estimates, Labor forecasting, SOW review

Prior experience with ITAR/Export compliance

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrate a positive working relationship with internal and external customers

Working knowledge of Corporate and Govt. systems: NISS & SIMS

Experience supporting manufacturing facility

Active Top Secret Security Clearance.

OPSEC Level II certification, Security+ certification

Familiarity with Agile Systems Engineering processes

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00

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.