Industrial Security Specialist

Scientific Applicati • Colorado Springs, CO • 3d ago

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions... that work.

SARA is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and experienced Industrial Security Specialist to support activities out of our Colorado Springs location. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers.

The Industrial Security Specialist will be responsible for providing support to the FSO in enforcing regulatory guidelines and established policies, including but not limited to company procedures, contractual requirements, the 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DoD Manuals, and ICDs.

Core Responsibilities:

Assist the FSO in managing all aspects of the Industrial Security Program

Conduct employee onboarding and maintain personnel security (PERSEC) records

Utilize Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigations Services (NBIS), and Secure Web Fingerprint Transmissions (SWFT) for clearance processing

Conduct security awareness training, briefings, and debriefings

Manage visit authorization requests (VARs) and support meetings

Comply with NISPOM and SEAD 3 reporting requirements

Safeguard classified materials: proper handling, storage, transmission, and destruction

Support the Insider Threat Program and incident management

Investigate and document security violations and mitigation efforts

Identify deficiencies and apply corrective or preventative actions

Support annual security education training and awareness (SETA) program compliance

Participate in self-inspections, security compliance inspections, and audits

Oversee media lifecycle management

Conduct inventory reconciliation ensuring accuracy and accountability

Assist with visitor and access control

Manage standard form 701s,702s, and related facility documentation

Cover reception desk as needed

Collaborate effectively with intercompany personnel, DCSA reps, and customers

Assist with build-out of an ICD-705 compliant facility

Participate in on-call rotation

Other duties as required

Requirements:**

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 -- 4 years of experience in cleared DoD environments (or relevant education/certification in lieu of experience)

CDSE FSO Program Management Curriculum

Familiarity with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoD manuals, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs)

Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Process improvement skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

US Citizen with active Secret clearance and the ability to maintain clearance

May require light physical effort involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds

Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated; moderate physical hazards may exist

Preferred Qualifications:**

4 -- 5 years of relevant experience

Active Top Secret clearance

AFSO or Industrial Security Specialist experience

Proficiency utilizing DISS, NBIS, and SWFT

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs

A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Discretionary Employee bonuses

401(k) match/profit sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

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