Manager Industrial Security/FSO

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 11/24/2025 12:56:24 AM

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Current Days Open
102
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$107,300.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$107,300.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
77.5
First Seen
8/15/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$107,300.00 (Yearly)
11/24/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$110,000.00 (Yearly)
1/16/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available 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. Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and organized Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Security Manager 1: to join our team in San Diego CA. This role will serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Security Manager and will manage the companys industrial security program in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and related federal regulations. This role will report directly to the Security Manager/Site Lead. The FSO will ensure that all classified information is properly safeguarded, personnel security clearances are maintained, and the facility remains compliant with government security requirements. This role requires oversight of all security operations, including physical security, personnel security, and visitor control. As the FSO/Security Manager, the candidate will be the primary security liaison between Northrop Grumman and the government customer. The selected candidate must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment with program management, program personnel, cyber security personnel, external security professionals, and contract security personnel. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of NISP regulations, experience with DISS, NISS, and the ability to guide and train staff in security protocols. This position also includes Emergency Preparedness / Contingency Planning responsibilities. This position is an on-site position and reports to the site Security Manager. The selected candidate must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment with leadership, program personnel, security professionals, and other functional personnel. The candidate will participate in business development activities and plan security support for future This position is responsible for leadership and management of a team of security professionals. Excellent, positive communication, an ability to foster and maintain an open and inclusive work environment, and providing strong, positive, supportive leadership is critical to success in this role. This position also represents Northrop Grumman with an array of critical U.S. government organizations, including the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), and ensure that the Rancho Carmel security team maintains a strong security compliance program. The selected candidate will direct activities that support a top-tier security program in the DoD collateral environments and will provide guidance to assure compliance with applicable National Industrial Security Program and other security requirements. Basic Qualifications: Active Top Secret clearance. US Citizenship Required. Must have prior Facility Security Officer (FSO) experience. 5+ Years of industrial security/FSO experience with Bachelors; or 3+ Years of industrial security/FSO experience with Masters; an additional 4 years of applicable work experience may be substituted for a Bachelors. Comprehensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program and related training, FSO Certification from the Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA) (i.e. CDSE STEPP Courses). Experience and familiarity with U.S. Government NISS/DISS systems. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Must be able to adapt in a fast paced and challenging work environment and effectively manage through change. Must have in-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Preferred Qualifications: FSO Certification Familiarity with COMSEC and OPSEC. Familiarity with Intrusion Detection and Access Control Systems. Primary Level Salary Range: $107,300.00 - $160,900.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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