Security Specialist III: Contractor Special Security Representative (CSSR) (Deploy Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking an experienced Security Specialist III to support SNC's Security Program across personnel security, document control, physical security, and investigations. The role involves implementing and maintaining advanced security systems, policy development, and ongoing training.

Responsibilities include handling classified materials, conducting audits, coordinating visitor control and facility security operations, and mentoring junior staff. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a related field (relevant experience may substitute for education).
• Active security clearance and ability to obtain/maintain SCI/SAP access.
• Detailed understanding of security regulations, compliance and best practices.
• Working knowledge of 32 CFR 117: NISPOM/SCI-SAP regulations.
• Strong verbal and electronic communication skills.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Experience in Military or Aerospace/Defense industry.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial security practices.
• Experience with security information management systems.
• Experience with access control/visit control/badge management systems.
• Familiarity with ICD regulations.
• Experience with SCI or SAP Security.
• DISS/NISS experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide security customer support to SNC personnel, visitors and customers.
• Manage and enhance administrative security processes.
• Manage classified materials, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Support the development and implementation of security compliance procedures.
• Conduct security awareness education and training activities.
• Participate in internal and external security compliance assessments and audits.
• Manage security documentation and records.
• Respond to security incidents and support investigations and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate visitor control and facility security operations.
• Support development and updating of security policies and procedures.
• Mentor and train junior security personnel.
• Handle classified information securely.
• Work in an office environment with occasional travel as required.

Skills

Security clearance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Industrial security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Security Specialist III or Technical Security Specialist III to support all facets of SNC's Security Program, including personnel security, document control, physical security, security investigations, and the implementation and maintenance of advanced security systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide security customer support to SNC personnel, visitors and customers.
• Manage and enhance administrative security processes.
• Manage classified materials, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Support the development and implementation of security compliance procedures.
• Conduct security awareness education and training activities.
• Participate in both internal and external security compliance assessments and audits.
• Manage security documentation and records.
• Respond to security incidents, and support investigations and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate visitor control and facility security operations.
• Support the development and updating of security policies and procedures.
• Mentor and train junior security personnel.
• Handle classified information securely.
• Work in an office environment with occasional travel as required.
• Be capable of sitting for extended periods and working on a computer.
• Have dexterity to handle documents and perform electronic data entry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a related field (relevant experience may be considered a substitute for the required educational qualifications).
• Active security clearance and ability to obtain and maintain any Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) or Special Access Programs (SAP) access required for the role.
• Detailed understanding of security regulations, compliance and best practices.
• Working knowledge of 32 CFR 117: National Industrial Security Program (NISPOM) or SCI/SAP regulations applicable to the role.
• Strong verbal and electronic communication skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience in the Military or Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial security practices.
• Experience with security information management systems.
• Experience with access control/visit control/badge management systems and software.
• Familiarity with Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) regulations.
• Experience with SCI or SAP Security.
• Defense Information System for Security (DISS)/National Industrial Security System (NISS) experience.

Benefits

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

EEO Statement

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.