Security Specialist IV
General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
Without appreciable supervision, this position is responsible for administering security programs and procedures for classified and/or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment for an assigned area(s). The CPSO/CSSO will initiate plans, projects, and develop a schedule to meet project goals.
This position performs Security responsibilities regarding Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) including day-to-day coordination of program security disciplines with Program Management.
The CPSO/CSSO will respond to a variety of inquiries of complex and diverse problems using a comprehensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP, 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM, DOD 5205.07 series, DOD 5200.01 series, ICD) and a complete and thorough understanding of established policies, procedures, and practices for safeguarding National Security Information. Exercises considerable judgment to develop solutions while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors on appropriate action(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems of diverse scope. Excellent communication, analytical, computer, and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to effectively interface, influence, and counsel employees, managers, and external contacts; analyze and interpret data; initiate and plan projects; produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation; and present results to a variety of audiences. Must be able to work independently and on a team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.Administer and coordinate all aspects of security activities in accordance with company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal security regulations, directives, and manuals for safeguarding National Security Information.Establish and maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers to ensure compliance with National Policy.Coordinate with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations.Develop and implement security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and emergency action plans.Plan, develop, and manage specialized security programs and procedures for both classified and proprietary materials, documents, and equipment (OPSEC).Prepare, review, and submit personnel security access requests.Investigate and review all security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken.Implement visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).Act as security spokesperson to brief/debrief personnel.Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.May represent the company as the prime contact on external project(s).Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.Serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing, and controlling all classified documentation (hard copy and electronic media) entering or leaving the facility, including electronic data transfer.Implement visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with National PolicyMaintain receipt and dispatch, document control, personnel records, and combination recordsImplement and manage access control system for the company and/or assigned business unit classified areas.Access, review and submit Program Access Request using JADE and other Government Systems as required.Oversight of SAPs and SCI to include support development, review, and maintenance of program security documentation for SAP and SCI.Set up SAPFs, SCIFs, and Open Storage Areas in accordance with National Policy (physical security, facility security and access control, cryptography, personnel, etc.).Manage the annual inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with policies and procedures.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Without appreciable supervision, this position is responsible for administering security programs and procedures for classified and/or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment for an assigned area(s). The CPSO/CSSO will initiate plans, projects, and develop a schedule to meet project goals.
This position performs Security responsibilities regarding Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) including day-to-day coordination of program security disciplines with Program Management.
The CPSO/CSSO will respond to a variety of inquiries of complex and diverse problems using a comprehensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP, 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM, DOD 5205.07 series, DOD 5200.01 series, ICD) and a complete and thorough understanding of established policies, procedures, and practices for safeguarding National Security Information. Exercises considerable judgment to develop solutions while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors on appropriate action(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems of diverse scope. Excellent communication, analytical, computer, and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to effectively interface, influence, and counsel employees, managers, and external contacts; analyze and interpret data; initiate and plan projects; produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation; and present results to a variety of audiences. Must be able to work independently and on a team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.Administer and coordinate all aspects of security activities in accordance with company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal security regulations, directives, and manuals for safeguarding National Security Information.Establish and maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers to ensure compliance with National Policy.Coordinate with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations.Develop and implement security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and emergency action plans.Plan, develop, and manage specialized security programs and procedures for both classified and proprietary materials, documents, and equipment (OPSEC).Prepare, review, and submit personnel security access requests.Investigate and review all security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken.Implement visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).Act as security spokesperson to brief/debrief personnel.Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.May represent the company as the prime contact on external project(s).Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.Serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing, and controlling all classified documentation (hard copy and electronic media) entering or leaving the facility, including electronic data transfer.Implement visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with National PolicyMaintain receipt and dispatch, document control, personnel records, and combination recordsImplement and manage access control system for the company and/or assigned business unit classified areas.Access, review and submit Program Access Request using JADE and other Government Systems as required.Oversight of SAPs and SCI to include support development, review, and maintenance of program security documentation for SAP and SCI.Set up SAPFs, SCIFs, and Open Storage Areas in accordance with National Policy (physical security, facility security and access control, cryptography, personnel, etc.).Manage the annual inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with policies and procedures.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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