Security Specialist - Sterling VA

VetJobs; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Sterling, Virginia, is seeking a security professional to administer routine aspects of industrial security and SCI programs in line with NISPOM and related directives. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and on-site work, typical hours Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm, with responsibilities including facility visits, badging, and security inquiries.

You will maintain security documentation, update SIMS records, provide briefings, and coordinate with government security offices to

Qualifications

• Must currently have active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to multi-task and operate under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and security databases.
• Willingness to support all security disciplines as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine aspects of industrial security and SCI programs in compliance with NISPOM, DoDM, ICDs, and other directives.
• Coordinate facility visits, badging, and security inquiries.
• Maintain security documentation in accordance with government requirements.
• Update records in the SIMS system and provide security briefings.
• Coordinate with Government customer security offices.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Team mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is “On-Site” at the location detailed in the job post. Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI. U.S. Person Required: Yes. Travel Percentage: 0%. Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI. U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes. Is Relocation Available: No.

Duties Will Include

• Administer routine aspects of industrial security and Secure Compartmented Information (SCI) programs in compliance with the NISPOM, DoDM, ICDs, and other applicable government security directives associated with SCI security.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and promptly with colleagues and customers.
• Coordinate facility visits, badging new hires, and general security inquiries.
• Maintain all security documentation jn accordance with government requirements.
• Update records in the Security Information Management System (SIMS).
• Provide initial security briefings, debriefings, foreign travel, and other security awareness training.
• Coordinate with Government customer security offices.
• Conduct random inspections, Investigate security violations, maintain records, and submit reports.
• Review end-of-day checklists and daily action reports submitted by contract guard force, Support CSSO with the preparation and maintenance of facility accreditation documentation.
• Serves as Alternate COMSEC custodian.
• Assist Physical Security Officer (PSO) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with tasks such as completing checklists, conducting inventory, updating records, conducting selfinspections, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work core hours are M-F 8 am - 5 pm.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Must currently have active access to TS/SCI.
• Ability to multi-task, pay close attention to detail and operate under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to use computer software applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, security databases and email.
• Willingness and desire to support all security disciplines in the organization as a team member.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Industrial security experience
• COMSEC Custodian Certification
• Professional Security Certification such as ISP or SPeD
• SSO/CSSO certification course or equivalent
• Facility Security Officer for possessing facilities

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81156 - $137964

Auto req ID

483714BR

City*

Sterling

State*

Virginia

Job_Category

Engineering

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

BAE Systems