Industrial Security Specialist Jobs

Are you an expert in the NISPOM (32 CFR 117)?

Do you have experience working with DCSA?

If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking an Industrial Security Specialist to help us conduct self-inspections, administrative inquiries (AIs), and develop and maintain security policies and procedures. The Security Administration Group (SECD/ZSG) aims to provide superior security administration services to JHU/APL, while executing the requirements, restrictions, and safeguards prescribed by the NISPOM to safeguard classified information. Our complex security operations require a team of security professionals to ensure our facility remains in compliance in with the NISPOM, DCSA regulations and our internal security practices and procedures.

As an Industrial Security Specialist you will...

• Communicate and collaborate with internal partners such as the Designated Security Representatives, ISSM teams, physical security group and program security group.
• Conduct interviews of personnel.
• Conduct administrative inquiries of security violations to include loss and compromise of classified information/material, and coordinate initial and final reports.
• Prepare inspection schedules, reports. Present findings to SECD management.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies and procedures.
• Assist in the determination of culpability. Develop Administrative Inquiries for submission to DCSA. Track inquiries and develop reports for management.
• Maintain knowledge of contracting procedures and related documents.
• Primarily provide security oversight and conduct internal audits and surveys to ensure NISPOM security policies and procedures are property implemented and adhered to.
• Develop comprehensive and complete reports for dissemination to Sectors/Departments and others.
• Analyze classified documents to ensure proper marking of program security classification guides, and develop staff security awareness training.

You will meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant level experience in the industrial Security career field, or 4+ years of security-related experience may be substituted for degree.
• Have a strong working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (32 CFR 117).
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing to both internal and external customers.
• Have a demonstrated ability to effectively interact and work with laboratory staff at all levels.
• Hold an active Secret level security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have previous FSO experience.
• Are a NCMS Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification and/or DCSA Security Fundamentals Professional (SFPC) certification.
• Are proficient with SIMS, NISS, DISS and OPSLink.
• Have NISPOM assessment/inspection team experience.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.