Sr. Principal CIDO IT Program Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: 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 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 seeking an innovative and dynamic IT Program Manager. This leader will support the Advanced Systems organizational unit in the Mission Systems Airborne Multifunction Sensors Division and is based in our Linthicum, MD location. Reporting to the MS CIDO Lead for Advanced Systems, you will lead cross-functional support teams in a matrixed organizational structure. The candidate selected for this position will work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD campus. The ideal candidate will bring a diverse perspective to the team, enhancing the overall organizational experience with proven cross-functional leadership and team-building skills. In this role, you will be an essential member of the CIDO team, acting as a crucial liaison between CIDO and NGMS. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of IT and Cybersecurity services, with an emphasis on alignment with enterprise strategy and technology roadmaps. • Manage daily priorities, reviewing the design, development, integration, and testing of digital solutions to meet business objectives. • Oversee the technical quality, system performance, budget, and schedule for IT/Cybersecurity aspects related to Advanced Systems programs. • Drive the implementation and adoption of standardized, digital solutions, while actively seeking to identify and retire technical debt. Please note - due to the classified nature of this position, the selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD campus - this is not a remote work opportunity.   Basic Qualifications: • Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or a PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 12 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree. • Applicants must have an active U.S. Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to inc