Senior Security Specialist

Parsons; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Security Specialist, where you will manage security programs and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves overseeing facility operations, maintaining security records, and managing security clearance processes. With a focus on teamwork and innovation, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and offers extensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant facility security experience preferred.
• Must have a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience in executing National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement security policy and procedures.
• Manage processing of security clearance paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with security requirements for classified information.

Skills

Security Management

Compliance

Documentation Control

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SIMS Software

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Security Specialist to join our team! In this role you will assist the Facility Security Officer in administering and managing the Parsons Huntsville Security Program, providing policies, plans, procedures, departmental instructions, and technical support of safeguards and security (S&S) programs to protect client security interests.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Implement security policy and procedures and assist with the management of other security team daily functions.
• Assist the FSO and AFSO with day-to-day oversight of facility operations and administering industrial security programs in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Manual (NISPOM), applicable laws, regulations, and DoD contractual requirements.
• Manage the processing of security clearance paperwork, including collection and review of relevant documents and information for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Maintain personnel security records and databases, including quality assurance and control of the fingerprinting process.
• Ensure compliance with all security requirements for the marking, handling, and safeguarding of classified information received and stored within the facility, to include both information and physical security policy and procedures.
• Manage, prepare, and track all Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD Form 254s) provided from the government/prime contractor as well as those necessary for distribution to subcontractors.
• Execute visitor control functions to include processing of incoming and outgoing visit requests and verifying incoming visitor identification, prior to allowing access to classified information.
• Verify preparation of essential reports, troubleshooting industrial security issues, and providing assistance in resolving all concerns and queries from government agencies and company management.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 8+ years of relevant facility security experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
• Must have a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Must be able to pass a CI Poly
• Will have knowledge of both the work processes of document control and also the use of electronic systems used to manage documentation
• Experience with incoming and outgoing foreign visits
• Conduct facility inspections to verify the physical security standards for the protection of Collateral information
• Prepare written reports documenting security findings and discrepancies
• Experience in writing security section of proposals
• Experience in executing National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements
• Must be a US Citizen

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Industrial Security Professionals (ISP) Certification
• DoD Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Certification (Security Fundamentals Professional (SFPC), Industrial Security Oversight (ISOC), etc.)
• Experience with SIMS software

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally lift and carry up to 50lbs (pounds).

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret SCIThis position is part of our Corporate team.For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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