Security Spec Prin
About The Position
The Collateral Audit & Compliance Specialist leads BAE Systems’ independent security assurance and compliance program across the collateral environment. Reporting directly to the Director of Security, Assessments & Investigations, the role provides objective oversight of security compliance, audit readiness, risk management, and continuous improvement. It operates independently from mission-support security functions and may support the Collateral and SAP SAV team as required. The position also develops a CORA SAV Checklist and Implementation Plan. The role uses a hybrid work format, splitting time between onsite and remote work. It may require responding to off-hours emergencies and local or overnight emergency or planned travel as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma and 5 or more years in a like background.
- Active U.S. Secret Clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.
- Interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level audit, compliance, inspection, or assessment programs and supporting government inspections.
- Strong knowledge of NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117, CUI requirements, DAAG, ICDs, DO Manuals, DoD security regulations, CMMC 2.0, NIST frameworks, risk management principles, and audit methodologies.
- Familiarity with security management software such as SIMS and government databases such as DISS (Defense Information Security System).
- Knowledge of business software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office.
- Comfort responding to off-hours emergencies and local or overnight emergency or planned travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience with SAP, SCI, and compartmented security programs.
- Experience managing DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments and other government oversight activities.
- Experience implementing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and leading enterprise continuous improvement initiatives.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CRISC, Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), ISO 19011 Lead Auditor, or related security and compliance credentials.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the segment's collateral security audit, compliance, inspection, and risk assessment programs.
- Use audit methodologies, compliance monitoring processes, and risk-based assessment strategies.
- Validate self-inspections, government security reviews, compliance assessments, and CORA readiness activities.
- Prepare the organization for DCSA and program sponsor-led inspections and assessments.
- Evaluate security controls, classified facility compliance, access control procedures, safeguarding practices, and physical security requirements.
- Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen security performance and reduce risk.
- Support policy development, governance initiatives, workforce training, and organizational awareness programs that promote compliance and accountability.
- Support the Collateral, SAP SAV team as required.
- Develop a CORA SAV Checklist and Implementation Plan.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
