Acquisition Security Specialist

COLSA Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking an Acquisition Security Manager to support USAF contracts. The role involves providing security management during various acquisition phases, requiring relevant experience and a security clearance. Candidates should have a strong background in design software and excellent communication skills. The position may be available in several locations including Wright Patterson AFB, OH, and requires a combination of education and experience in the DoD.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience with a MA/MS degree, 5 in DoD.
• 10-15 years of experience with a BA/BS degree, 5 in DoD.
• 20 years of related experience with HSD/GED, 8 in DoD.

Responsibilities

• Provide various security support during acquisition phases.
• Analyze problems and provide recommendations.
• Conduct security site surveys for EEUM.

Skills

Proficient in discipline-specific design software (PennDOT programs, Open Bridge, STAAD, AASHTOWare, etc.)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, and ProjectWise

Excellent written and communication skills

Education

MA/MS degree

BA/BS degree

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Acquisition Security Manager positions in support of a USAF contract. Position openings may be available at Wright Patterson AFB, OH; Warner Robins, GA; Hill AFB, UT; and/or Tinker AFB, OK. Positions may be filled at various skill-levels (Journeyman, Senior, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, Acquisition Security, Personnel Security, Information Protection (IP), Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP), and Operations Security (OPSEC), COMSEC, Foreign Military Sales Security, support during the capabilities planning/pre-acquisition, acquisition, development, production and sustainment phases of various equipment and weapon systems within the framework of the defense acquisition management system.
• Participate on IPTs and related activities, analyze problems, define alternative solutions, provide recommendations, write reports, and accomplish specifically assigned work as defined in individual task orders.
• May conduct security site surveys for Enhanced End Use Monitoring (EEUM), which may require foreign travel and interaction with foreign customers.
• Provide administrative, acquisition security, IP, anti-terrorism/force protection, and OPSEC, COMSEC assistance during the capabilities planning/pre-acquisition, acquisition, development, production and sustainment phases of various equipment and weapon systems within the framework of the defense acquisition management system.
• Assist in maintaining secure facilities and respond to alarms of government facilities in accordance with Air Force requirements and directorate OIs.
• Act as an advisor to senior program leaders and their management staff on information protection, program protection, personnel and industrial security matters.
• Assist with receiving classified materials and securing as appropriate.
• Assist with executing the annual special security self-inspection program; developing and updating required internal security processes and standard operating instructions relative to security and to ensure they are executed throughout the Directorate programs.
• Assist in the processing of military, civilian, and Contractor personnel assigned directorates into their organization through JPAS.
• Performs a wide range of program security management activities, such as information, physical, operational, and personnel security.

Environment and Culture

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our Family of Professionals! Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proficient in discipline-specific design software (PennDOT programs, Open Bridge, STAAD, AASHTOWare, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, and ProjectWise
• Excellent written and communication skills in a team environment

Required Experience

One of the following combinations of education/experience:

• MA/MS degree, and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD
• BA/BS degree, and ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD
• HSD/GED, twenty (20) years of directly related experience, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD

• Secret clearance required; some positions may require TS/SCI

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.