CIDO IT Program Manager 2 - TS/SCI

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support you of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman's Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) is looking for a dynamic, innovative CIDO Program Manager (Manager of Information Technology 2) in the Space Systems Sector CIDO Program Management Office (PMO) to lead IT execution for the Emerging Capabilities & Sensing Business Unit (BU). This motivated individual will provide overall technology thought leadership, strategy and Information Technology (IT) management for the Space Superiority Division (SSD) while serving as a customer liaison between the different functional areas, the SSD programs and CIDO organization. Additionally, this individual will manage the IT program management team for the business unit.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site at one of the following locations: Dulles, VA; Redondo Beach, CA; Gilbert, AZ; or Rolling Meadows, IL

Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• IT strategy and operational activities including service delivery, technical requirements gathering, infrastructure solutions and project execution.
• Lead IT strategy & execution of IT projects for business unit
• Act as the CIDO ambassador to programs and business leadership, functional organizations, and end-customers (users).
• Maximize alignment of program IT services with the Space Systems CIDO sector operating models, strategies, business objectives and investments.
• Coordinate with directorate business leadership, homeroom managers, and end user groups to identify, plan, implement, and sustain IT solutions to meet sector, division and program strategic and tactical objectives.
• Liaison between facilities and security to drive optimal IT service environments for SSD sites.
• Functional management of CIDO program managers
• Monitor customer satisfaction with IT service delivery and engage CIDO resources to assist as required to meet and exceed IT service level objectives for the site.
• Identify systemic technical and service delivery challenges affecting the customer and then coordinate solutions with CIDO functional representatives; engage constructively to identify solutions.
• Develop and present IT budgets in support of non-recurring projects, recurring sustainment and IT long range strategic planning (LRSP); provide monthly financial analysis and reporting to SP IT program management and SP IT leadership team.
• Leadership, peer engagement, and highly effective collaboration across the SSD division supporting both localized SP sector and CIDO IT enterprise initiatives and projects

Basic Qualifications:

• Required: either a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant IT experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant IT experience; OR an Associates degree with 10 years of relevant IT experience; OR a minimum of 12 total years of relevant IT experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
• Experience managing projects, budgets, and schedules is required
• Must have 5 years of experience using the following MS Office Suite tools: Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel
• Candidates must have a current US Government Top Secret level security clearance to include SCI access level eligibility based on an applicable single scope background investigation in order to be considered
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree, in Engineering Management, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or Network Engineering (or a similar STEM related discipline) is preferred
• Active Polygraph is preferred
• Previous Enterprise Services Program Manager experience nice to have
• Experience providing strategic direction regarding IT products, processes, applications, and/or technologies is required
• Experience with technical solutions, infrastructure implementations, process/project documentation, and/or liaison interfacing for large enterprise organizations
• Experience in briefing and interfacing with executive leadership (i.e., President, Vice President and/or Director level)
• Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, plan, and execute work tasks in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality results
• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Space Systems business, government customers, and programs is a plus
• Broad background in IT Infrastructure, Business Applications, and IT operations
• Ability to perform risk & opportunity analysis, and prepare detail cost and technical proposals
• Customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills and with ability to drive cross functional teams to action when working in a matrix organization
• Self-starter who works quickly and effectively, can get up to speed with program processes quickly and enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to challenge the status quo while providing innovative solutions to complex IT requirements Program Management or lead role supporting customer facing information technology business
• Functional management experience within a classified information technology organization
• Program/customer communication and collaboration, energy, self-motivation, and innovative ideas in support of goals and objectives
• IT governance, processes, and automation to provide visibility into the implementation of the Enterprise systems, including ability to assess status, progress, and identify conflicts, issues and conflict resolution, as well as schedule/project prioritization

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation.  Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.  We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.  Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $219,800.00

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.