Industrial Security Analyst/Project Manager - Level 3 or 4
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Salary$94k – $176k
LocationUnited States-Virginia-Dulles
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience
Active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
Ability to review and interpret construction drawings (blueprints)
Ability to sustain prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs/ladders
Familiarization of generating a Fixed Facility Checklist and TEMPEST Checklist
SCIF/SAPF design and construction experience
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience
Basic knowledge of use of an Intrusion Detection System and Access Control System
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software
Experience as a construction security monitor (CSM) or construction site security manager (CSSM)
Ability to travel up to 10%
U.S. Citizenship is required
Skills
AutoCAD
Bluebeam
Benefits
Health insurance
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Paid holidays
PTO
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
About the company
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.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As an Industrial Security Analyst/Project Manager – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Dulles, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
The Industrial Security Analyst/Project Manager will be responsible for supporting the Space Systems Sector Eastern Region in all aspects of Physical Security, with a focus on design, construction, renovation, and accreditation of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs).
Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Ensure NG Space Sector secure areas meet all applicable DoD and IC standards for processing, handling, and storing Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) prior to formal accreditation as a SCIF or SAPF.
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Ensure assigned security projects and programs comply with physical, TEMPEST, and other applicable security governance (e.g., IC Directives, DoD directives/instructions/manuals, national security standards, interim guidance, and Executive Orders governing physical, industrial, and information security).
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Apply and interpret requirements from ICD 705 Tech Spec, CNSS publications, and related guidance; provide general TEMPEST concepts and requirements to stakeholders.
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Manage and oversee the SCIF/SAPF area lifecycle from concept planning and design through construction and accreditation/certification.
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Review and provide input on physical security and TEMPEST aspects of Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) and Construction Drawings (CDs).
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Provide oversight of initial alarm installation and testing in accordance with applicable DoD and IC policy requirements.
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Serve as a technical expert on physical security for secure facilities, advising program and site leadership on risk and compliance impacts.
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Prepare and/or review documentation supporting SCIF/SAPF accreditation, compartmented area approval, and secure area approval processes, including Fixed Facility Checklists, TEMPEST checklists, and related artifacts.
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Manage Government-furnished equipment and materials.
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Other duties as assigned
Requirements
This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3**:**
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Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
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Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
•
Ability to review and interpret construction drawings (blueprints).
•
Ability to sustain prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs/ladders.
•
Familiarization of generating a Fixed Facility Checklist and TEMPEST Checklist.
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SCIF/SAPF design and construction experience
Basic Qualifications for Level 4**:**
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Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
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Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
•
Ability to review and interpret construction drawings (blueprints).
•
Ability to sustain prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs/ladders.
•
Familiarization of generating a Fixed Facility Checklist and TEMPEST Checklist.
•
SCIF/SAPF design and construction experience
Preferred Qualifications:
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Basic knowledge of use of an Intrusion Detection System and Access Control System.
•
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software.
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Experience as a construction security monitor (CSM) or construction site security manager (CSSM)
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Ability to travel up to 10%
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Benefits
Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The 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.