Federal Security Specialist

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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Security Services Office of The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Document Control Specialist to join our Security Services Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL Security Services' mission is to ensure the security of ARL personnel, facilities, material, and information as an agile, efficient, and service-driven team.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

• Provide agile and efficient document control support and customer service to all organizational groups and personnel in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment
• Assist with the development of industrial security practices, procedures, process trainings, and briefings, while ensuring compliance with government policies and regulations
• Prepare for and represent ARL in all aspects of document control inspections and oversight by U.S. government (USG) agencies
• Assist with periodic inventories and inspections
• Review controlled items for proper inventory numbers and other required markings
• Prepare a wide variety of controlled material such as documents, hard drives, circuit boards, microchips, and other hardware to be sent to approved destruction facilities
• Conduct records searches which include verification, scanning, and/or filing of physical and electronic records

Required skills and experience include:

• Demonstrated understanding of how to correctly identify, mark, and store classified documents and hardware
• Handling and safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information
• Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills are crucial to be effective
• Ability to consistently comply with rules and regulations
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance
• Microsoft Office software, databases, and web applications
• Past success working autonomously and effectively in fast-paced environment

Preferred skills and experience include:

• A Bachelor's degree in Security, Risk Management/Analysis, Business Administration, or Library Science
• Security Information Management System (SIMS)
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
• National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), specifically safeguarding classified information
• DoD or USG-based industrial security
• Digital archiving and records management

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Federal Security Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree
2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None

If filled as Federal Security Specialist - Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree
No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.
Required Certifications:
None

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at .

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51, $89,600.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page .

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

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