Security Specialist (Secret Clearance Required)

Synectic Solutions, Inc.; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectic Solutions, Inc. in Port Hueneme, CA seeks a Security Specialist II to support DoD/IC security and policy compliance, leveraging top-tier security leadership to enhance the Navy’s ability to counter threats.

The role requires strong PHYSEC/INFOSEC expertise, hands-on alarm and access control management, and mentoring of junior staff, all within a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance or higher required; Top Secret with SCI may be required.
• Four (4) years of PHYSEC/INFOSEC experience in DoD or IC.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) within the DoD or IC.
• Proficiency in managing alarm and access control systems.
• Oversee and mentor junior security personnel and ensure adherence to security protocols.

Skills

Security clearance

Mentoring

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering/science/business/technical

Tools

Alarm systems

Access control systems

Job description

Synectic Solutionsis seeking passionateSecurity Specialist IIto help ensure security and intelligence compliance with policies and regulations, drawing on some of the nation's leading personnel and cybersecurity thought leaders for enhancing, accelerating, and assuring the United States Navy's ability to counter existing and emerging security threats.

This position offers a salary in the range of $90K - $115k based on numerous factors, including degree and overall experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) within the Department of Defense (DoD) or the Intelligence Community (IC), showcasing a strong understanding of the intricate interplay between safeguarding personnel, facilities, and sensitive information in a highly regulated environment.
• Proficiency in managing and implementing alarm and access control systems, ensuring that robust security measures are in place to prevent unauthorized access and respond effectively to potential security breaches.
• Experience in overseeing and mentoring junior security personnel, providing guidance and support in their professional development, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere, and ensuring that all security protocols and procedures are adhered to with the utmost diligence.

Requirements:

• A minimum Secret with the ability to obtain an Top Secret w/ SCI security clearance or higher is required to be considered for this position.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline.
• Four (4) years of experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) in the DoD or IC.
• Experience with alarm and access control systems.
• If a proposed individual does not meet both the desired education and experience qualifications, eight (8) years of professional technical activities related to security would be considered equivalent.
• Four (4) of these eight (8) years should demonstrate experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) in the DoD or IC.

What Your Experience Working for Us Will Be Like

Ask any of our employees and they will tell you SSI is a great place to work with an upbeat and positive culture. We take pride in our work to continuously improve on our performance in a manner that enhances the mission of the agencies we serve while expanding opportunities for our employees and our company.

About Synectic Solutions, Inc. (SSI)

Synectic Solutions, Inc., is an award-winning, 20-year government contracting agency focused on the areas of logistics, engineering, management, and information technology. SSI is a growing organization committed to exceeding customer expectations, to continually improving all products, services, and processes, and to perform all work with the commitment to upholding the highest standards and ethics.