Northrop Grumman
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Director Industrial Security 1

160K–240K
Onsite · San Diego, California
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Northrop Grumman seeks a Director leading Sector Security Operations at Aeronautics Systems. This senior leader reports directly to the Sector Security Director and drives an integrated security strategy across a dynamic global organization. The role involves strategic leadership for security operations supporting people facilities programs and business operations while fostering collaboration and innovation.

What You'll Do13

  • 1Provide leadership guidance for a geographically dispersed team of managers and security professionals
  • 2Foster a collaborative inclusive environment encouraging diversity and innovation
  • 3Develop and execute overall security strategy ensuring consistent implementation across NGAS sites
  • 4Drive business intelligence and data analytics to enhance proactive security posture
  • 5Manage security compliance programs meeting U.S. Government requirements and internal standards
  • 6Monitor regulatory changes and update security procedures accordingly
  • 7Lead sector business continuity program for crisis management and resumption
  • 8Provide sector-wide leadership for investigations insider threat and counterintelligence
  • 9Develop comprehensive security education and awareness program across the sector
  • 10Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders interfacing with government and corporate leadership
  • 11Coordinate with senior leadership to resolve issues affecting security safety and compliance
  • 12Plan and execute direct and indirect security budgets managing the capital budget
  • 13Serve as primary focal point for enterprise security vendor management

Requirements10

  • 1Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with 10+ years of security experience in aircraft aerospace or manufacturing industries
  • 2Minimum 5+ years management experience within a security organization
  • 3Active Top Secret clearance capable of obtaining special program access
  • 4Project management experience including budgeting reporting and strategic planning
  • 5Current TS/SCI clearance preferred
  • 6Applicable SAP program access
  • 78+ years management or leadership experience within security
  • 8Demonstrated involvement with government industry security organizations
  • 9Broad business financial and management skills
  • 10Primary level salary range $160,200.00 - $240,200.00

Salary Insight

$160 - $240k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Diego, California

Required Skills

Security leadershipSecurity complianceBusiness continuityInsider threat investigationProject managementBudget managementData analyticsTop Secret clearance
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