Facility Security Supervisor

Ara; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance negotiable

Job summary

A leading security and technology firm in Nashua, NH, is seeking a Security Program Supervisor to lead a classified security program for the U.S. Department of War. You will oversee security operations and supervise a team of professionals while ensuring compliance with security regulations. This position requires strong leadership skills and offers a competitive salary range between $115,000 and $130,000, plus additional benefits including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance preferred or ability to be TS-adjudicated.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of related experience OR 8–10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to professionally interface with DCSA, defense contractors, and government representatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Facility and Information Security professionals.
• Oversee daily security operations supporting classified programs.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoW manuals, and related directives.

Skills

Leadership

Interfacing with government representatives

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

NH01 - Nashua
61 Spit Brook Rd
Suite 501
Nashua, NH 03060, USA

Strategic Operations, Analysis, and Research (SOAR) Sector of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc.

is seeking a Security Program Supervisor to lead and mature a growing classified security program in support of U.S. Department of War programs. In this role, you will provide day-to-day leadership over facility and information security operations, supervising a team that includes Information System Security professionals (ISSM/ISSO) and a Facility Security Officer (FSO). You will work closely with the Senior Management Official (SMO), the SOAR Deputy Sector Security Manager, and program leadership to ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and related Department of War security requirements.

This is an on-site leadership role offering direct influence over security operations, team development, and program execution within a trusted, mission-focused environment. This role is ideal for a FSO or Senior FSO ready to step into broader program leadership.

*Target Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 plus a total compensation package including ESOP. Relocation assistance negotiable*

What You’ll Do

Security Leadership & Program Management

• Lead and mentor a team of Facility and Information Security professionals
• Oversee daily security operations supporting classified programs
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with government customers and internal stakeholders

Facility & Personnel Security

• Manage all aspects of the Collateral Security Program
• Ensure completion of security indoctrinations, debriefings, training, and briefings
• Oversee personnel security processes, including clearance management and SF-312 execution
• Provide personnel security guidance aligned with the 13 adjudicative guidelines

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoW manuals, and related directives
• Apply physical security concepts to enhance defense-in-depth
• Maintain IDS and access control systems in accordance with DoW and UL 2050 standards

Program & Information Security Support

• Interface with Program Managers on classified efforts, including DD254 development
• Coordinate classified material handling, storage, transfer, and inventory control
• Support RMF-related activities and systems as applicable (e.g., SIPRNet, DAAG)

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance preferred or ability to be TS-adjudicated
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of related experience OR 8–10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
• Ability to professionally interface with DCSA, defense contractors, and government representatives
• As First Point of Contact (POC) - must be willing and able to report to office immediately if the alarm is triggered

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with 32 CFR Part 117 and DoD Directive 5200.01 (Volumes 1–4)
• Working knowledge of RMF, DAAG, and SIPRNet
• Experience with DISS, NBIS, NISS, eAPP, or similar systems
• Experience drafting and reviewing DD254s
• CDSE FSO Curriculum for Possessing Facilities

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2000 professionals. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership fosters greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com .

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Required

3-5 years:

Licenses & Certifications

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