RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop 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 Masters degree with 6 years of relevant IT experience; OR a Bachelors 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:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree, in Engineering Management, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or Network Engineering (or a similar STEM related discipline) is preferred
- ActivePolygraph 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 candidates 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.
