Security Specialist II

Supports the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in managing and maintaining Scientific Systems security program in compliance with all applicable regulations. Assists in ensuring the protection of classified and sensitive information, conducting security briefings, processing security clearances, and implementing security policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Support the FSO in managing and maintaining the company’s security program in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM, DoD regulations, and other relevant guidelines.

• Process and track personnel security clearances including initial clearances, periodic reinvestigations, and upgrades, using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS).

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of classified holdings, clearances, and security-related documentation, ensuring compliance with recordkeeping requirements.

• Assist with the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with government regulations.

• Train and orient employees on security policies and procedures including new hire and annual refresher training to ensure compliance with government, company, and customer regulations.

• Conduct initial, refresher, and termination security briefings for cleared employees, communicating the responsibilities and obligations of handling classified information.

• Perform self-inspections and assist with preparing for audits, assessments, and government inspections to maintain security readiness.

• Administer visitor control procedures, including verifying clearances, managing access logs, and escorting visitors as needed.

• Assist with managing classified document control, transmission, and destruction in accordance with security protocols.

• Investigate and report security violations and incidents, coordinating with the FSO to implement corrective actions.

• Oversee Open Storage physical security duties and daily activities.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, to resolve security issues and respond to inquiries.

• Stay current with changes in security regulations and best practices to ensure the continuous improvement of the company’s security program.

• Ability to develop and establish an effective security awareness training, and education program.

• This role requires individuals to sit or stand at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time, must be able to work in this environment.

• May require the ability to push/pull/lift up to 15 pounds

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active US Top Secret security clearance and able to meet eligibility requirements for access to SCI and SAP as required to support contract activities.

• 1-3 years’ experience working in an industrial security role or related field

• Prior experience with of32 CFR Part 117 NISPON NBIS and DISS

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in collateral closed areas and ICD 705 to meet contractual requirements classified environment

• Experience with classified document control and self-inspection process.

• Strong attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to identify and creatively solve complex problems

• Ability to execute logical reasoning and decision-making skills

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Work From Home
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• Onsite Gym
• Hybrid Work Schedule