Senior Manager IT Asset Management Security Clearance

Position: Senior Manager IT Asset Management with Security Clearance
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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.

Northrop Grumman's Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Senior Manager, IT Asset Management. This position can be performed at any of the major Northrop Grumman locations across the US. We will also consider virtual telecommuters. POSITION OVERVIEW Leads the end-to-end lifecycle of all IT assets-including hardware, software, SaaS, and virtual resources-across Northrop Grumman's global enterprise. The role creates and executes the IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy, ensures compliance with DoD and corporate licensing requirements, drives cost-avoidance initiatives, and provides executive-level visibility into asset health and financial stewardship to assist in strategic decision making.

Serves as the primary liaison between CIDO, Business Management, Procurement, Security, and the Service Management organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Define, maintain, and continuously improve the IT Asset Management governance framework, aligning with DoD regulations, NIST standards, and corporate policies.

* Oversee acquisition, provisioning, maintenance, renewal, and disposition of all IT assets.

* Direct the implementation, configuration, and optimization of the enterprise ITAM tool (e.g., Service Now Asset Management, Flexera) and its integration with the CMDB.

* Produce accurate inventories, depreciation schedules, and ROI analyses; reconcile asset data with Business Management for quarterly reporting and audit readiness.

* Lead cost-avoidance and optimization initiatives (e.g., license reclamation, hardware refresh cycles).

* Ensure compliance to software licensing agreements, DoD cybersecurity and export-control requirements (ITAR/EAR), and internal audit standards.

* Coordinate internal and external audit activities; swiftly resolve findings and implement preventive controls.

* Manage a team of ITAM analysts and coordinators; provide mentorship, performance coaching, and career development plans.

* Foster strong partnerships with Procurement, Security, Service Desk, and Client Engineering to streamline asset processes.

* Deliver executive dashboards (Power BI/Tableau) on asset utilization, lifecycle status, and financial impact.

* Provide data-driven insights to support budgeting, capacity planning, and technology refresh decisions. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.

* 10+ years progressive experience in IT Asset Management or related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

* ITIL Foundation (preferred); CIM (Certified IT Asset Manager) or similar preferred.

* Proficiency with enterprise AMDB platforms, CMDB integration, and software license management.

* Familiarity with DoD contracting regulations, ITAR, and cybersecurity standards.

* U.S. Person status is required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience in the aerospace & defense industry.

* Proven track record of delivering >15 % cost reductions through asset optimization.

* Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel, Power BI, or Tableau expertise.

* Familiarity with Service Now and Flexera toolsets. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
* Strategic Mindset - Ability to develop and articulate long-term strategies that align with business…