Security Administrator

QinetiQ US; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Security Administrator to support the SDA mission under the DoD space program. The role provides multi-discipline security for SCI, SAP, and collateral programs, including processing and indoctrination of personnel.

The position requires a DoD SECRET clearance, 3 years of related experience, and strong written and verbal communications. Daily admin tasks and security education activities are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (or 4 additional years of related experience).
• Secret clearance required.
• 3 years of related experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry, exit, visitor processing and escorting for day-to-day operations.
• Maintain and document personnel security accesses for collateral, SAP and SCI personnel; conduct indoctrination and debriefings as required.
• Review personnel security packages; draft and initiate staffing of waiver requests to security authorities.
• Assist with development and implementation of a Security Education and Training Awareness program; develop security bulletins, directives, plans, procedures and controls.
• Provide daily administrative support as required or directed.

Skills

Strong communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Security Administrator to support SDA’s mission. The Security Administrators primary function is to provide multi-discipline security support for one or more of the client’s Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP), and/or collateral programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry, exit, visitor processing and escorting for day-to-day operations.
• Maintain and document personnel security accesses, to include databases for all collateral, SAP and SCI personnel and conduct indoctrination and debriefings as required.
• Review personnel security packages and when required, draft, and initiate staffing of waiver request documentation to appropriate security authorities.
• Assist with development and implementation of a Security Education and Training Awareness program and develop security education bulletins, directives, security plans, procedures and controls as required to ensure Government-wise awareness of SAP and SCI protection requirements.
• Provide daily administrative support as required or as directed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required (or 4 additional years of experience)
• Secret clearance #qinetiqclearedjob
• 3 years of related experience required
• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills and be willing to actively communicate with co-workers, program leadership, and clients, which may involve delivering presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting RDT&E organizations
• Previous experience within the Security career field
• CDSE Courses

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.