Security Specialist/AFSO

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Security Specialist/AFSO to join our National Security Solutions team in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves implementing and overseeing security processes to protect classified information, including COMSEC, DD Form 254 reviews, and liaison with government agencies.

The candidate must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to TS/SCI, and 3–5+ years in security. The work is performed onsite at two designated KBR facilities with standard 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Active security environment requiring discretion and adaptability.
• Strong communication and problem-solving under pressure.
• Experience in security program operations and audits is preferred.
• Knowledge of NISPOM, ICDs, and DoD security regulations.
• Experience with government security databases and access control systems.
• Ability to train staff and coordinate with government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the FSO to run a compliant security program.
• Administer daily security operations for the Colorado Springs facility.
• Provide security training for new hires and briefings.
• Track SEAD-3 requirements and security reporting.
• Support physical security measures, access control, and COMSEC duties.
• Manage security records, clearances, and classification guidance.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

DISS

SWFT

NISS

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Security Specialist/AFSO

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a Security Specialist/Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. An active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to a Top Secret (TS)/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance is required.

This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring a self-sustaining qualified security professional for SCI and collateral activities. The primary mission is to mitigate risk and promote the safety and security of company personnel and assets.

The Security Specialist/AFSO will assist the site FSO with the implementation and execution of security processes necessary to protect classified information with strict adherence to 32 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) and other applicable Executive Orders (EO) and Department of Defense (DoD) manuals and regulations.

The member will interface with government agencies, prime and subcontractor companies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements for the supported programs.

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at two designated KBR facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the FSO in establishing, maintaining, updating, and operating a comprehensive security program with strict compliance with US government and company security policies, processes, and procedures.
• Administer the day-to-day security operations of the Colorado Springs facility industrial security program with oversight from the FSO, as well as multiple offsite locations, to include but not limited to:
• Providing initial security training for new hires, special access briefings (ex: North Atlantic Treaty Organization [NATO] initial/annual briefs), courier training, annual refresher briefings and debriefings for departing team members.
• Tracking and appropriate reporting of Security Executive Agent Directive 3 (SEAD-3) requirements (ex: pre/post foreign travel).
• Supporting the physical security of the facility; badging, perimeter checks, signage, visitor and visit request processing, access control and onsite security activities. Able to be the primary response to after-hours alarms and emergency conditions.
• Oversee and assist with classified meetings, coordinating with meeting host(s) and local administrative team.
• Maintaining/initiating personnel security records and clearances for collateral and SCI related programs by using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Secure Web Fingerprint Transmission (SWFT) system and eApplication (eAPP).
• Assist in conducting self-inspections/team member interviews and apply necessary mitigations.
• Interface with company program managers/leads and develop/maintain liaisons with US government program security officers.
• Aiding the FSO with the review and issuance of prime/subcontract DD Form 254s, DoD Contract Security Classification Specifications.
• Be the Communications Security (COMSEC) Account Manager which will entail maintaining secure equipment (i.e., secure telephone and encryption devices) and classified keying material inventories, enforcing compliance with COMSEC standards and related requirements, provide training and security education to personnel in COMSEC operating procedures and the use of related equipment, conduct inspections, and other COMSEC related support and oversight.
• Lead security container custodian: manage access and document control/accountability, verify classified shipping addresses in the National Industrial Security System (NISS), provide training, ship, and receive classified material, aid with classification guidance to team members.
• Submit and maintain SCI nomination packages and billet rosters.
• Thoroughly investigate potential security incidents/violations and report it to the FSO.
• Other tasks and duties, as assigned.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications

• Security clearance requirement: Active Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to a TS/SCI.
• 3 - 5+ years of experience as a Security Professional
• Associate's degree (additional relative experience and certifications will be considered in lieu of degree).
• Certificate of completion of the DCSA/Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) course FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities.
• Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM and other national level security directives.
• Demonstrated expertise utilizing DISS, SWFT, and NISS.
• Adept of current Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)/National Security Agency (NSA) security policy, procedures, and reviews.
• Capable of climbing ladders to conduct physical security checks and lifting large packages for shipping.
• Can interpret company and government security policies and apply them to security operations.
• Skilled in multi-tasking in a variety of complex and in-depth tasks.
• Customer/team oriented and able to function with limited supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure, possess good problem-solving and communication skills, and be able to enforce policies in a professional and personable manner.
• Proficient briefer capable of training large numbers of personnel.
• Highly organized and have advanced oral and written communication skills, strong computer skills in MS Suite.
• Ability to work independently or in group settings.
• Critically analyze situations and use good judgement to solve complex and in-depth tasks.
• Maintain and update security databases (i.e., Security Information Management [SIMS], internal data repository, Lenel access control system).

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of cybersecurity, specifically knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) security requirements.
• Familiarity with SIMS and Distributed Information Security (INFOSEC) Accounting System (DIAS) security software
• Ability to perform COMSEC duties including inventory and disposition.
• Relevant industry recognized certification
• Basic knowledge of DoDM 5105.21 Volumes 1-3, ICDs
• Awareness of DCSA accredited Open Storage Areas (formerly known as Closed Areas).
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; must be a self-starter with initiative to work independently and interact with personnel and government customer(s)
• Ability to work with limited direction and handle multiple projects on short timelines.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in a fast-paced multi-compartmented work environment.
• Capability to prepare reports and briefings.
• Experience with DISS, SWFT and NISS.
• TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours/week.

Basic Compensation

$73,000.00 - 95,000.00/year.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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