Program Security Specialist

3 days ago

College Park, Maryland, United States University of Maryland Applied Research Lab for Intelligence and Security Full time
Job Summary

This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring a qualified security professional primarily in support of special access programs (SAPs). The successful candidate will be responsible for the management, direction, administration, and development of SAPs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements more than the normal 32 CFR, Part 117, NISPOM Rule requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and direct SAPs and procedures for assigned programs.
  • Interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements.
  • Report to the Director of Security and Assistant Director of Security as needed.
  • Develop and implement security procedures and protocols for SAPs.
  • Conduct security assessments and risk analyses for SAPs.
  • Ensure compliance with 32 CFR, Part 117, NISPOM Rule requirements and other relevant regulations.
  • Collaborate with other technical and non-technical personnel to achieve security goals.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent security experience.
  • 5-7 years' experience as a CPSO or industrial security specialist managing SAP related programs in a facility (or facilities) containing medium to large SCIFs or SAPFs.
  • Knowledge and experience using 32 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 117, NISPOM.
  • Familiarity and/or experience using JADE; have a working knowledge of Scattered Castles.
  • Familiarity and basic knowledge of TEMPEST countermeasures and assessments.
  • Successful completion of basic applicable DCSA Center for Development of Security Excellence courses (or equivalent DoD/IC courses).
  • Familiarity with Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) surveys and assessments.
  • Hands-on experience using DISS and related programs for visitor management and personnel clearance verification.
  • Experience administering, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting alarms, access control systems, CCTV systems, and associated infrastructure.
  • Experience overseeing the accurate inventory, distribution, accountability, and destruction of COMSEC keys and related material.
Preferred Qualifications
  • CDSE, Introduction to SAPs – SA101.01 and SAP Mid-Level Security Management – SA201.01.
  • Possess excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communications skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners.
  • Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, and initiative, requiring minimal supervision.
  • Possess a high level of work ethic, energy, and attention to detail.
Working Conditions
  • Must be able to sit or stand either inside or outside for extended periods while maintaining a high level of vigilance and attention to detail.
  • Must be able to perform inspections both inside (e.g., desks checks) and outside of facility (exterior building and grounds).
  • Must be able to spend long periods of time standing and walking when escorting uncleared visitors or similar access-control related duties.
  • Must be able to perform data entry and security-related computer-based tasks for significant periods of time.
  • Must be able to respond to visual and auditory alarms and other indicators of emergency situations within the time and response parameters outlined in the appropriate DCIDs, ICDs, NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117, and facility operating procedures.
  • Must be able to communicate visually and verbally with others effectively during both normal and emergency operations.
  • Occasional lifting and moving of equipment and supplies with weight of up to 25-30 pounds.

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