Senior Security Officer

JRC Careers; Washington; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Notch benefits

Job summary

JRC in Washington DC is seeking a Senior Security Officer to lead security operations for the accreditation and maintenance of a Secure VTC room and related duties. You will ensure compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoD directives, and ICD 705 guidelines while supporting the new Secure Room at Headquarters.

As the on-site SSO, you will develop security plans, perform audits, manage personnel security, and supervise access control, physical security, and incident response.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in security management or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years in industrial security, including 3+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM, DoD directives, ICD 705.
• Experience supporting DoD VTC environments.
• Knowledgeable with secure communications systems.
• Excellent supervisory, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Security Program Management: develop and maintain security operational plans, SOPs, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM and contract-specific requirements.
• Conduct audits, self-inspections, and support DCSA reviews.
• Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Configure and operate secure VTC systems.
• Support Microsoft Teams-based collaboration environments.
• Maintain audiovisual equipment and peripherals.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and system issues.
• Travel 20% as required to JRC Facilities annually or as necessary.
• Personnel Security & Access Control: coordinate visit requests and enforce need-to-know.
• Deliver security training and awareness programs.
• Classified Information Handling: control, transmit, store, and destroy classified materials IAW regulations.
• Maintain accountability records and conduct annual inventories.
• Physical Security & Facility Management: oversee access controls, IDS, CCTV, and perimeter safeguards; coordinate SCIF with daily operations.
• Develop and maintain emergency evacuation plans.

Skills

Industrial security

Senior leadership

Top-Secret clearance

NISPOM knowledge

DoD directives

Education

Bachelor's degree in security management

Job description

Who We Are (video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

Join JRC’s Security Team!

JRC has an immediate opening for a Senior Security Officer (SSO)to lead security operations for the accreditation and maintaining a Secure VTC room and other security duties as directed. In this critical role, you’ll ensure compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoD directives, and Intelligence Community guidelines for the management and accreditation of a new Secure Room space in our Headquarters office in Washington DC facility and reporting to the JRC corporate Security Manager and FSO.

What You’ll Do

• Security Program Management

  • As the daily on-site SSO you will develop and maintain security operational plans, SOPs, and compliance documentation
  • Ensure adherence to 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM and contract-specific requirements
  • Conduct audits, self-inspections, and support DCSA reviews
  • Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective actions
  • Configure and operate secure VTC systems
  • Support Microsoft Teams-based collaboration environments
  • Maintain audiovisual equipment and peripherals
  • Troubleshoot connectivity and system issues
  • Support JRC corporate security operations as directed by the Security Manager & FSO
  • Travel 20% as required to JRC Facilities annually or as necessary

• Personnel Security & Access Control

  • Coordinate visit requests and enforce need-to-know principles
  • Deliver security training and awareness programs

• Classified Information Handling

  • Control, transmit, store, and destroy classified materials IAW regulations
  • Maintain accountability records and conduct annual inventories

• Physical Security & Facility Management

  • Oversee access controls, IDS, CCTV, and perimeter safeguards. Knowledge of security in depth with response to incidents as necessary
  • Coordinate secure spaces with SCIF approval and daily operations
  • Develop and maintain emergency evacuation plans.

Travel: Some travel required.

What You Bring to the Table

• A bachelor’s degree in security management or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years in industrial security , including 3 + years in a senior leadership role.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM, DoD directives, ICD 705.
• Experience supporting DoD VTC environments
• Knowledge of secure communications systems
• Excellent supervisory, organizational and communication skills.

Bonus Points

• ISP, CPP, ITPSO and FSO certifications.
• Experience in defense contracting.
• Knowledgeable with UL 2050 standards and Insider Threat Programs.
• Graduate degree in a related field.

At JRC we offer…

• A competitive compensation package
• An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members’ well-being and success
• The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
• A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career