Industrial Security Specialist

Job Summary
The Industrial Security Specialist is responsible for creating a secure environment to facilitate the successful development and execution of classified programs at the assigned organization where classified information is stored, accessed, or where accessed personnel are assigned.  

The Industrial Security Specialist will enforce strict adherence to applicable laws as well as national DoD, and other security policies and requirements. Coordination of classified matters with the respective government representatives will be at the forefront of the Senior Industrial Security Specialist’s responsibilities. The Industrial Security Specialist will be charged with the establishment of quality training for assigned accessed personnel and conduct and document annual compliance inspections and develop Corrective Action Plans (CAP). This is an in-person role - remote work is currently not available.  

This position’s internal job code is Industrial Security Specialist. Our team is currently hiring for level 3. 
Responsibilities

• Coordinate with personnel security for management of records for DoD collateral clearances, SCI and SAP/SAR programs. Additionally, utilize the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) for occasional validation for status on briefed personnel.
• Manage an access quotas system for SAP/SAR programs to include providing monthly status reports, Tracking Program Access Requests (PAR), and conducting program indoctrinations.

• Support with staff assistance visits, security reviews and inspections as well as conducting initial, recurring and refresher security education training.

• Maintain accountability of controlled media and hardware to include active inventory lists, destruction receipts and transfer of material.

• SCIF management of all personnel validating appropriate access and Need-to-Know. Develop and maintain procedures to aid in the prevention of prohibited items from entering secure facilities and prevent controlled documents and/or media from exiting the SCIF without approval.

• Assist with management of all current facility accreditations and development of all future accreditation considerations.

• Collaborate with COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) for program directed guidance and requirements.

• Ensure usage of classified and controlled systems complies with all customer-defined security requirements and applicable federal regulations.

• Participate in planning and executing Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.

• Support the development of authorization packages needed to obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO), such as the implementation of security controls, planning, writing security procedures and conducting continuous monitoring activities.

• Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables for security. This includes but is not limited to IS & Physical Security Plans, Management and Test Plans. Provide comments and recommendations as required.

• Coordinate with Security management to provide comments for Statements of Work, contracts, RFPs and Security Plans.

• Plan, develop and process DD254s for prime and sub-contractors.

• Interpret and implement security classification guides during all phases of the acquisition effort. Periodically review proposed industry interfaces, Operations Security (OPSEC) procedures, and legends for continued applicability.

• Support with the development of Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIP).

• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable national security requirements are addressed and incorporated into the final system design ensuring the resulting acquisition effort delivers a system that meets accreditation standards.

• Participate in system design reviews to ensure security requirements are incorporated.  Apply knowledge of security requirements, TEMPEST standards and COMSEC requirements to provide input to developmental engineers involved in the design solution process.

• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing full summaries to the government security official for adjudication. 

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), providing written correspondence for government signature recommending approval or addressing comments requiring further clarification from the submitter. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility (U.S. Citizenship Required. A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active. More information on this process can be found by following the Mandatory Security Clearance and Access Process Disqualifying Criteria link which is listed in the job posting). 

• Experience with Special Access Programs (SAPs) or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs
• Minimum of (3) years in Industrial Security specific experience
• Experience with development and implementation of SOP, PPiP, OPSEC Plans, and DD 254s
• Experience with DISS, JADE, SIMS
• Knowledgeable of NISPOM and Updated DoDM 5205.07 SAP Security Manual
• Must be able to relate to a diversified customer base and be knowledgeable of DoD operations
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent skills in customer service, verbal, and written communication

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSO Experience
• TSCO Appointment
• COMSEC administration experience

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only of what is reasonably expected to be paid for the position. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay-Range

• Level 3: $40.04 - $58.88