Security Specialist - ClearanceJobs : Job Details

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Security Specialist III/IV. This role is responsible for supporting compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), and Intelligence Community (IC) directives and policies. The Security Specialist primary focus will be Personnel Security and Physical Security as well as other ad-hoc security related functions and will act as a liaison between Aerospace Program Management and government agencies/customers, addressing program security requirements.

This is a full-time position located in Albuquerque, NM.

What You Will Be Doing

• Administers, executes, and ensures adherence to company and government regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the protection of government programs
• Ensuring successful security and safety programs are in place by implementing programs for protecting classified and unclassified sensitive information and collaborates with other security personnel across the enterprise.
• Processing security clearances and accesses
• Processing visit requests via IC community and DISS
• Conducts self-inspections/audits in compliance with government regulations.
• Updates fixed facility checklists and compartmented area checklists to attain and maintain accreditations.
• Reviews and assists in the development of security policies, and procedures to support operations

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Security Specialist III:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience
• Current TS/SCI eligibility and U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
• Experience in processing collateral clearances and SCI and or SAP nominations
• Previous experience or knowledge of ICD-705
• Working knowledge of personnel security and physical security practices including access control systems, badge management, intrusion detection systems, visitor control, and facility protection protocols

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Security Specialist IV include:

• Direct experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DoD) security functions
• Working knowledge of government security databases such as DISS, Scattered Castles, TALON, JADE, or CPCI
• Experience as an FSO or similar type position
• Physical experience with Fixed Facility and TEMPEST Checklists.

How You Can Stand Out

• Bachelor's or master's degree
• Current Q or TS/SCI with adjudicated poly
• FSO Certification
• Experience supporting SCI or Special Access Programs (SAPs)
• Familiarity with SCIF or SAP Security Plans, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), and Fixed Facility Checklists
• Strong understanding of accreditation and inspection readiness for SCIF/SAP environments
• Strong background in principles, concepts, practices, and standards related to SCI and Special Program Security, knowledge and practical application of ICD/ICS 705 series, and other applicable security directives and Executive Orders
• Experience with ICD-705 and Accreditation

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.###.#### or by email at [email protected].