Industrial / Personnel Security Specialist (ONSITE)

RTX•West Valley, UT

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking an Industrial / Personnel Security Specialist to join our team in Salt Lake City, UT and ensure compliance with all applicable security policies and procedures in support of government contracts. AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners.  AST’s work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenges our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place.  AST’s work environment is dynamic, highly collaborative and provides engineers the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation’s finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation and work-life balance. The position encompasses dual responsibilities, serving as an Industrial and Personnel Security Specialist tasked with overseeing all facets of security related to personnel clearances, program protection, and adherence to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Department of Defense (DoD) policies, and relevant customer requirements. This role is critical in protecting classified information and upholding our trusted partnerships with U.S. Government agencies and contractors. This is an ONSITE position located at our Salt Lake City, UT location.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
Relevant experience leading and executing security processes and projects within special program access and collateral environments.
Experience in industrial security, preferably in an FSO/CPSO or Personnel Security role.
Active and transferable Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with DISS, SWFT, NBIS, JADE, SIMS, Fieldprint or similar security systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of NISPOM and related directives.
Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community contracts.
Knowledge of federal investigative standards and adjudication guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail, discretion, and integrity.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and priorities independently.
Existing TS/SCI with Polygraph in the last 24 months

Responsibilities

Process, review, and submit personnel security clearance requests to the government.
Review security forms (SF-86, SF-312) for accuracy and completeness, initiates follow up actions, as necessary.
Implement and oversee compliance with the NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07, ICDs, and other applicable regulations.
Manage and process personnel security clearances (initials, upgrades, periodic reinvestigations, etc.).
Maintain clearance records in DISS and other security tracking systems.
Conduct initial security briefings, refresher training, and debriefings.
Serve as the liaison with government security representatives (e.g., DCSA, PSOs, ISRs).
Monitor reinvestigation requirements and manage clearance renewals.
Initiate track program access and associated paperwork.
Identify and report potential security risks, insider threat concerns, or policy violations.
Assist with audits, inspections, and compliance reporting.
Provide initial and recurring security briefings, debriefings, and training to program staff.
Prepare for and conduct self-inspections, as well as coordinate with government inspections and audits.
Investigate, document, and report all security violations and incidents in accordance with DoD requirements.
Develop, maintain, and implement security policies, procedures, and standard operating instructions (SOIs).
Process visits requests and access authorizations.
Travel up to 10% to other AST sites

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And More!