Security Compliance Specialist - Classified Programs

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin’s Applied Research Laboratories seeks a Special Security Representative to safeguard classified information at the Pickle Research Campus. This exempt, full-time role supports the CSSO and coordinates across security disciplines to maintain compliance with DoD and IC directives.

Candidates must have high-level security experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a team environment. U.S.

Qualifications

• Seven years of related security experience with two years providing security support in a classified DoD SAP/SCI environment.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and ability to prioritize multiple projects; team oriented.
• Experience with database management and workflow software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and submit program access requests; maintain personnel files and reports to security agencies.
• Maintain security actions, audit and monitor local policy; assist PIs with security requirements.
• Manage information security tasks including document control, incidents, and data transfer procedures.
• Maintain access lists, coordinate alarm response and testing, and support physical security tasks.
• Develop security plans and track POAM actions for government compliance; assist in secure spaces projects.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Database management

Workflow software

Education

HS/GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database management software

Workflow software

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin’s Applied Research Laboratories seeks a Special Security Representative to safeguard classified information at the Pickle Research Campus. This exempt, full-time role supports the CSSO and coordinates across security disciplines to maintain compliance with DoD and IC directives.

Candidates must have high-level security experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a team environment. U.S.