Security Manager

Applied Research Solutions; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Security Manager to lead and oversee the company’s Security Program. Reports to ASRC Federal VP of Security and Facilities and oversees compliance across contracts.

The role requires TS clearance eligibility, a Bachelor’s degree, and 8+ years of security leadership experience, with strong written and verbal communication. You will guide a security team and coordinate with government partners to protect sensitive information.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required and TS clearance with SCI eligibility preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant security program experience and leadership capability.
• Experience interpreting NISPOM and ICD/SEAD directives and applying them to programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide security oversight for ARS contracts and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security team.
• Coordinate with government officials and ASRC leadership on security decisions.
• Mitigate risks and implement procedures to safeguard facilities and information.
• Oversee personnel clearance processing, program reviews, and audits.
• Prepare and disseminate security guidance and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with ICD 705 physical security requirements and SCIF builds.

Skills

Security program leadership

Team management

Risk mitigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Security Manager to lead and oversee the company’s Security Program.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world‑class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career‑driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state‑of‑the‑art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reports to ASRC Federal Vice President of Security and Facilities.
• Provide security oversight and management for ARS contracts, ensuring proper implementation of the industrial security program and full compliance with company and customer requirements.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing team of security professionals.
• Coordinate with ARS/ASRC Federal personnel and government officials at all levels to ensure compliance with NISPOM, Contract Security documents and Program Classification Guides.
• Work with ASRC Federal/ARS leadership to make critical security decisions for high‑value contracts and implement procedures to prevent unauthorized access to facilities or information.
• Apply effective risk‑mitigation strategies to address complex security challenges.
• Deliver day‑to‑day oversight and direction to security personnel regarding program operations, personnel clearance processing, program reviews, document control and security audits.
• Work with the ASRC ITPSO on investigations and reporting related to security violations or infractions, including receipt/dispatch/destruction logs, mail logs and visit certifications.
• Prepare and disseminate security requirements, guidance, and procedures.
• Guide security personnel on maintaining accurate and compliant personnel and program records and interpreting policies related to processing, dissemination and control of classified material.
• Collaborate closely with program managers, functions and management to ensure understanding of program operations.
• Develop Security Volumes for Request for Proposals.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing multiple programs to include collaborating with leadership, program leadership and other functions.
• Knowledge of the security discipline, including managing complex projects and process improvements.
• Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM, other government regulations (e.g., Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), and Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs) as well as customer specific policies and directives.
• Self‑starter capable of independently managing tasks.
• Commitment to security and delivering the highest value to customers.
• Strong background utilizing Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to interpret ASRC Federal/ARS and government security policies and apply them to program operations.
• Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements of ICD 705 to meet contractual needs, experience with SCIF Buildouts from start to finish.
• Proven ability to manage Sensitive Compartmented Information programs.
• Experience creating training including initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings, and refresher briefings, as appropriate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Industrial Security Certification FSO, CPSO or CSSO training/certificate(s).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to capitalize on opportunities.
• Member of Security Organizations/affiliations (e.g., NCMS).

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.