Manager Classified Cybersecurity II

Northrop Grumman

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Location
Beale, CA
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$139,800–$209,800 / yr
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18 days ago
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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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TL;DR · Manager Classified Cybersecurity II

Manager Classified Cybersecurity 2 joins the Classified Solutions team to lead a group of Information System Security Professionals. This role involves managing a team responsible for assessing networks within secure enclaves while providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development for new leaders. The manager oversees strict program control processes to mitigate risk and support Assessment and Authorization, including security certification testing, documentation, investigations, and hardware research. Key responsibilities include implementing government policies such as DAAG, JSIG, and ICDs to ensure compliance across all systems. The candidate will manage process tailoring, coordinate with internal executives on technical matters, and ensure networks maintain formal accreditation from government agencies. Required skills include a background in classified information system security and experience with RMF or other cybersecurity compliance frameworks. Candidates must possess a Top Secret clearance and the ability to be cleared for Special Access Programs.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for managers and new leaders.
  • Identify necessary skills and provide training to meet organizational requirements.
  • Establish and oversee program control processes to mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A).
  • Implement government policies such as DAAG, JSIG, and ICDs to ensure full compliance.
  • Develop process tailoring recommendations and manage the documentation of all process activities.
  • Ensure systems and networks obtain and continuously retain formal accreditation authorizations from government agencies.
  • Coordinate with internal executives and customers on significant technical matters.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor's degree and 7 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree and 5 years, or a Ph.D. and 3 years are required.
  • Candidates must possess a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.
  • The candidate must be eligible to be cleared for Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR).
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • A diverse classified information system security background is required.
  • DoD 8140 advanced level certification such as CISM, CISSP, GSLC, or CCISO (preferred).
  • Experience managing cybersecurity teams (preferred).
  • Experience implementing RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks (preferred).

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