higher resolution image Derek Jenkins was promoted to director of Security for Northrop Grumman Newport News.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va.—Mar. 4, 2004 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announced that Derek Jenkins was promoted to director of Security for the Newport News sector. Jenkins is responsible for all aspects of security at the shipyard, including plant protection, access control and emergency response. He also acts as a liaison with local emergency organizations and U.S. Navy security personnel.

Jenkins reports to Mike Petters, vice president of Human Resources, Administration and Trades for Northrop Grumman Newport News.

“Derek brings experience, enthusiasm and leadership to this position,” Petters said. “His in-depth knowledge of security operations as well as overall shipyard operations is invaluable.”

Jenkins began his career with Newport News in 1985, working in the Radiological Control Department. Since then he has held a number of positions with increasing responsibility. He most recently served as Guard Commander and Facility Security Officer.

Jenkins graduated from the University of Virginia in 1984 and resides in Hampton.

Northrop Grumman Newport News, headquartered in Newport News, Va., is the nation's sole designer, builder and refueler of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and one of only two companies capable of designing and building nuclear-powered submarines. Newport News also provides after-market services for a wide array of naval and commercial vessels. The Newport News sector employs about 19,000 people.