Top Secret DoD Security Lead | Program Risk & Compliance

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions seeks a Senior Security Specialist to provide security support to Air Force programs within the HN organization at Hanscom AFB. You will implement DoD security policies and ensure requirements are met, with an active Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities include multi-disciplinary security support, risk mitigation, and compliance across DoD/USAF requirements; develop security plans and training; respond to incidents with sound judgment; collaborate with

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• BA/BS degree from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of experience supporting DoD or USAF programs (preferably in an acquisition environment).

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi‑disciplinary security support across information security, personnel security, operations security, industrial security, communications security, acquisition security, physical security, general security, and anti‑terrorism/force protection.
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement safeguards to protect personnel, property, facilities, information systems, and mission-critical operations.
• Prevent unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss of sensitive information.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise to program leadership, offering informed recommendations on security posture, compliance and risk mitigation.
• Assist with the development and execution of security plans, procedures, and training programs.
• Respond effectively to dynamic or emergent security situations with sound judgment and timely action.
• Ensure security compliance with DoD, USAF, and program‑specific requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

DoD/USAF security experience

Education

BA/BS Degree

Job description

Applied Research Solutions seeks a Senior Security Specialist to provide security support to Air Force programs within the HN organization at Hanscom AFB. You will implement DoD security policies and ensure requirements are met, with an active Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities include multi-disciplinary security support, risk mitigation, and compliance across DoD/USAF requirements; develop security plans and training; respond to incidents with sound judgment; collaborate with