Industrial Security Specialist — FCL & NISPOM Expert

Quantum Computing Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. seeks a Director-level security professional to oversee infrastructure security and compliance, protecting facilities, personnel, and sensitive information. Duties cover access control, video surveillance, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance with NISPOM and DCSA requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in industrial security, DoD/homeland security familiarity, and ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial or physical security experience, preferably with a cleared defense contractor.
• Working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DCSA requirements, and applicable government security regulations
• Hands‑on experience administering access‑control, video surveillance, and intrusion alarm systems
• Familiarity with personnel security processes, including clearance processing and the DISS and NISS systems
• Strong investigative, documentation, and record‑keeping skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and classified information with discretion and sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Responsibilities

• Security Systems Management: Standardize, manage, and monitor security systems, including video surveillance, electronic badge systems, alarms, and related maintenance or upgrades.
• Physical Access Control: Administer physical‑access controls, including employee and visitor badges, access permissions, restricted areas, key control, and periodic access reviews.
• Inspections and Risk Assessments: Conduct physical‑security inspections, annual self‑inspections, risk assessments, and corrective‑action tracking to address identified deficiencies.
• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Investigate and document security incidents, access violations, suspicious activity, and system alerts, escalating reportable matters to the Security Director and appropriate authorities.
• Facility Clearance and Regulatory Compliance: Support the company’s Facility Clearance (FCL) and compliance with the NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and applicable government security regulations.
• Personnel Security: Assist with personnel security activities, including clearance processing, briefings, debriefings, visit requests, and maintaining records in DISS and NISS.
• Visitor Control: Coordinate visitor‑control procedures, including identity verification, access authorization, escort requirements, and retention of visitor records.
• Security Procedures and Documentation: Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures, site security plans, and related records, keeping them current with regulatory and operational changes.
• Security Education and Awareness: Support security awareness training, insider‑threat program activities, and required initial and annual refresher briefings.
• Vendor and Audit Coordination: Coordinate with security vendors, contractors, and facilities personnel on installations and service, and help prepare for DCSA security reviews and internal audits.

Skills

Industrial security

NISPOM/DCSA knowledge

Access control systems

Video surveillance

Investigation & documentation

Discretion with classified info

Written & verbal communication

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelors in criminal justice/security management

SFPC/ISOC/PSP or CDSE certifications

Tools

DISS system

NISS system

Video management platforms

Job description

Quantum Computing Inc. seeks a Director-level security professional to oversee infrastructure security and compliance, protecting facilities, personnel, and sensitive information. Duties cover access control, video surveillance, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance with NISPOM and DCSA requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in industrial security, DoD/homeland security familiarity, and ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. security clearance.