Jr Security Specialist

• →Assist the team with day-to-day administration and execution of the Corporate Security Program, supporting its continued growth and scalability, including:

• →Maintaining and updating security program documentation, records and files
• →Assist in managing corporate security SharePoint sites, and other relevant security databases
• →Assist with corporate security processes, form creation, and plan writing
• →Support the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) program by implementing proper handling, storage, and dissemination procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements

• →Support other Corporate Security initiatives as needed

• →Serve as a point of contact for employee requests and questions on general security-related matters, including:
  • →Physical security compliance adherence to company policies and industry regulations
  • →Personnel security to include initiating and maintaining clearance requirements, training and foreign travel briefings
  • →Badge and facility access requests
  • →Visitor control and escort procedures

• Active Secret Security Clearance or equivalent DOE security clearance with ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance
• Knowledge, experience, and understanding of Industrial Security
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively and ability to problem solve
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Occasional travel to ARA offices as needed

• Working knowledge of government security systems including DISS, NBIS and SWFT
• Demonstrate the ability to help manage and oversee comprehensive security programs
• Knowledge of open storage areas, SCIF standards, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs)
• Knowledge of the requirements pertaining to CUI
• Knowledge of CMMC physical security requirements
• Knowledge of communications security (COMSEC)

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