Sr Principal CIDO IT Program Manager - Top Secret

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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.

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 yours by 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.

The Northrop Grumman Space CIDO PMO (Program Management Office) team is seeking a Sr. Principal CIDO IT Program Manager to serve as the primary CIDO interface for the Advanced Weapons Systems program. The successful applicant will be responsible for aligning CIDO and Classified Solutions services (networks, compute, software, cybersecurity, and ATO support) with program requirements.

This position will be located and work 100% on‑site in Chandler, AZ. The ITPM will partner closely with program leadership, engineering, classified IT, cybersecurity, and enterprise CIDO teams to plan, prioritize, and deliver IT capabilities that enable execution while meeting all security, cost, and schedule objectives.

General Duties:

Oversees multiple programs and projects in support of a sector program or corporate function by acting as the liaison for enterprise related activities, services, IT, data and program security statement of work. Act as the liaison between corporate and sector or functional program senior management to ensure alignment of digital maturity strategy, proposals, and execution of business requirements. Effectively interact with members of the corporate team, the IT organizations, and sector division and program leadership teams to optimize strategies in support of stated goals and objectives. Provide direction and leadership over enterprise activities in support of customer's strategy development and budget and cost management. Oversee proposal development, staffing plan development, product and service acquisition and delivery, teaming relationships and communication activities, thereby ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery and customer satisfaction. Lead a matrix team. Information services may include the design, development, and analysis encompassing one or more of the following areas of technical expertise: IT systems and strategies, estimating and proposals, requirements development, systems and application integration, program security execution and compliance (including DFAR & Risk Management Framework) and related disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary CIDO IT program interface for the program, representing CIDO and Classified Solutions in program forums, reviews, and daily engagements.
• Lead IT program planning and execution, including demand intake, prioritization, roadmapping, and tracking of IT deliverables (classified/unclassified networks, NGPCN capabilities, software/tooling, storage, and related services).
• Coordinate closely with Classified Solutions IT, ISSM/ISSO teams, and enterprise CIDO services to scope, schedule, and implement new capabilities, system changes, and ATO‑related work in support of the program.
• Translate technical and schedule needs into actionable IT demand signals and project plans, including ROMs, milestones, dependencies, and risk/issue tracking.
• Support accreditation and security posture efforts by working with cybersecurity/ISSM/ISSO and program security teams to align IT solutions with RMF/JSIG and customer requirements.
• Drive resolution of complex, cross‑functional IT issues (e.g., classified software licensing, tool deployment, capacity constraints, performance problems) that affect program cost, schedule, or technical performance.
• Develop and maintain program‑level dashboards and status reporting for IT scope, including schedules, risks, issues, and mitigation plans, tailored for program leadership and CIDO management.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to understand mission use cases (modeling/simulation, software development, integration & test, data analytics) and ensure the IT environment is fit‑for‑purpose.
• Identify opportunities to standardize and reuse CIDO and Classified Solutions patterns (architectures, processes, tools) across the program and related efforts to reduce cost and delivery time.
• Lead or contribute to technical and program reviews (e.g., internal gates, customer reviews, ATO reviews) as the designated IT/CIDO representative.
• Support long‑range planning for IT capacity, lifecycle, and risk (hardware/software EOL, storage growth, network and HPC demand) for the program portfolio.

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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field with 6 years of related experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field with 8 years of related experience; OR an Associates degree with 10 years of related experience; 12 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
• Demonstrated experience in IT program or IT project management supporting complex defense or aerospace programs
• Experience working with classified IT environments (e.g., SAP/SAR, TS, SCIF/closed area environments), including coordination with cybersecurity, ISSM/ISSO, and facilities/security teams
• Proven ability to plan and execute IT projects involving infrastructure, networks, and/or specialized software/tooling, with measurable impact to program schedule and performance
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and communication, including the ability to translate technical IT topics into clear program‑level risk, schedule, and cost impacts.
• Candidate must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret level security clearance to be considered
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs (SAP/SAR) as a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance and current or recent SAP/SAR accesses.
• Experience supporting I-RAD, G-RAD, or other similar development programs.
• Hands‑on experience with NGPCN or other enterprise classified IT services.
• Familiarity with RMF/JSIG, ATO processes, and working across AO/DAO and customer security organizations.
• Experience interfacing with CIDO, Classified Solutions, and enterprise IT organizations in a matrixed environment.
• Strong background in requirements capture and demand management for IT services (e.g., using ServiceNow or similar tools).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, SAFe, ITIL) or formal training in program/project management.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 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: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.