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Sr. Principal CIDO IT Program Manager

Northrop Grumman

Baltimore, MDFull-time$136–204K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$136–204K/yr
Location
Baltimore, MD
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

Northrop Grumman’s Chief Information and Digital Office seeks an IT Program Manager to support Advanced Systems in the Mission Systems Airborne Multifunction Sensors Division. The role leads cross-functional support teams and serves as a liaison between CIDO and NGMS. The selected candidate works full-time on-site at the Linthicum, Maryland campus and must hold an active Secret clearance or meet the stated clearance eligibility conditions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cross-Functional LeadershipTeam BuildingStakeholder CommunicationCustomer SatisfactionContinuous ImprovementIT Project ManagementPlanningSchedulingWorkload ForecastingAgile PracticesLean Six SigmaData AnalyticsData Science

Qualifications

Associate's+10, Bachelor's+8, Master's+6, PhD+4 or HS+12 YearsSecret Security ClearanceSpecial Access Program ClearanceBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or Similar STEM10+ Years Relevant Experience8+ Years Relevant Experience6+ Years Relevant Experience4+ Years Relevant Experience12+ Years Relevant Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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 include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP) in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

  • The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance; maintaining the required clearance will be a condition of continued employment.

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of stakeholders ranging from very technical to non-technical, individual contributors, and executive management.

  • Customer satisfaction and continuous improvement (concepts, processes, and tools) experience (e.g. implementation of Service Now for project and service request tracking).

  • Proven IT project management experience and demonstrated leadership skills, including planning, scheduling, and workload forecasting.

  • The ability to handle a rapidly changing set of projects and priorities while maintaining a strong, professional presence.

  • Customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills, with an ability to drive cross functional teams to action when working in a matrix organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar STEM related discipline.

  • Experience with Agile based practices or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

  • Understanding of data analytics/data science principles and practices.

  • Self-starter who works efficiently and effectively, can get up to speed with program processes quickly, and enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment.

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: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.

Job Category: Information Technology

How this job compares

Set against the 11,698 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$136–204K/yr
  • Maryland median$130–210K/yr187 salary ranges
  • US median$120–205K/yr9,240 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $170K, is close to the Maryland median midpoint ($167K) — in the middle half of Program Manager salary ranges in Maryland.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 238 open Program Manager jobs in Maryland and 11,698 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Maryland
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience — less than three in four Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 9,820 postings).
Education
4,886 of the 11,698 open Program Manager jobs (42%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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