Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active U.S. Government security clearance.*
Position Summary: The Industrial Security Specialist Staff manages day-to-day security operations for cleared programs and facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable government requirements. This role supports personnel/physical/technical/AIS security processes and serves as a key security liaison to internal customers. This role will be required to work independently and as part of a larger security team that resides in San Diego. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with management improvements to the security program across personnel, physical, technical, and information systems security for cleared operations. Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), applicable Intelligence Community Directives (e.g., ICD 705), and cognizant security agency guidance.
Coordinate government audits/inspections and self-inspections; track findings, implement corrective actions, and sustain an inspection-ready posture.
Collaborate with San Diego Security POCs for tasks related to personnel security lifecycle activities (eligibility, indoctrination, debriefing, access/badging, visit/access control) and maintain records in government systems (e.g., DISS, NISS, NBIS, e-Apps).
Collaborate with management classified facility buildouts and operations (e.g., SCIF/closed areas), including coordination with stakeholders and accreditation/validation activities.
Contribute to the development and delivery of security education and awareness programs (e.g., Insider Threat, OPSEC, annual refresher training) and maintain required training records.
Investigate and report security incidents, document findings, notifications, and preventive actions for internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to scale secure operations, optimize processes, and support organizational growth.
Travel to domestic sites to provide security oversight and assist on-site personnel.
Able to respond to Security issues 24/7.
Ability to change combinations, and process document control transfers (DTO)
Manage COMSEC account Required Qualifications: Active TS/SCI clearance required.
Ability to work full-time, on-site in a cleared facility environment.
7+ years of progressive security experience supporting U.S. Government customers.
Demonstrated experience operating a cleared security program and maintaining compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and related government security requirements.
Knowledge of ICDs and SCIF/closed-area standards (including ICD 705 concepts).
Hands-on experience with personnel security processes and government security systems (e.g., DISS, NISS, NBIS, e-Apps or equivalents).
Hands-on experience with ProWatch -- access control system.
Experience conducting audits/inspections and managing findings, corrective actions, and continuous compliance activities.
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, lead complex security initiatives and maintain frequent communication with management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including incident reporting, policy/SOP/SPP/CONOPS writing, and customer/government engagement.
Working knowledge with access control software programs such as ProWatch Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting all facets of an Industrial Security Program.
Experience with document and media control/DTO duties.
Experience with SCIF/secure room buildouts and supporting accreditation/validation activities.
Demonstrated success scaling security operations in high-paced environment with management located off-site. Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
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$45.70 - $68.54
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