Program Security Specialist (Internal Only)

BNH•San Marcos, TX

3d•$85,000 - $113,000•Onsite

About The Position

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) is hiring an internal candidate for a Program Security Specialist supporting Test Operations and Sustainment II at Arnold Air Force Base in Tullahoma, Tennessee. The position is part of an integrated team supporting United States Air Force test operations and sustainment efforts. It provides multidisciplinary security support for Arnold Engineering & Development Complex (AEDC) test programs at all classification levels. The specialist is expected to be self-driven and results-oriented, and to present comprehensive, security-based recommendations for test and technology projects. The role provides security guidance, policy development, and oversight for test, analysis, and technology projects, including Special Access Program (SAP) security activities. The position is full-time and exempt, with a listed salary range of $72,000–$96,000 at grade A08 or $85,000–$113,000 at grade A09. U.S. citizenship is required, and the employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Top Secret clearance and access to the AEDC local area network. Company-issued personal protective equipment must be worn as directed by supervisors and company policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in National Security, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field, and at least five years of professional experience in industrial security, government security administration, or Special Access Program security; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent and at least eight years of experience in those security fields.
U.S. citizenship is required for employment at AEDC.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to the AEDC local area network.
Ability to wear company-issued personal protective equipment in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent observation skills and ability to maintain high situational awareness.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Punctuality and responsible work performance.
Experience working in a dynamically changing environment with a high level of professionalism.
Experience in a work environment emphasizing Safety, Quality, and Security.
Highly skilled verbal and written communication for effective, professional interaction with government officials, senior management, associate contractors, and client representatives.
Working knowledge of Department of Defense and Air Force regulations.
Formal and specialized training in industrial security, physical security, information protection, personnel security, or associated security disciplines.
Consistent availability and dependability.

Responsibilities

Provide security guidance, develop policy, and oversee security for test, analysis, and technology projects.
Provide initial and annual refresher training for SAP employees.
Update SAP Security Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Create Industrial Security work instructions and Test Security Plans (TSPs) for SAP test efforts.
Maintain a document accountability system and participate in inventories as required.
Review QLRs, briefings, and other reports for proper portion markings and overall compliance.
Complete required Fixed Facility Checklists for areas supporting SAPs, including permanent and temporary facilities.
Coordinate secure methods of communication between AEDC SAP personnel and outside agencies.
Participate in annual inspections of SAP programs.
Coordinate visits before visitors arrive at AEDC and work with the VCC to ensure visitors have appropriate credentials and badges.
Collaborate with ISSO/ISSM/ISSE personnel on computer systems supporting upcoming and ongoing projects, and assist with compliance with JSIG and CSOP controls relating to physical security, PII, and information protection.
Ensure SAP classified mail is properly handled, wrapped, and mailed in accordance with program requirements.
Ensure documentation is provided to the PSO for review when SAP personnel report foreign contacts or foreign travel, and provide other required information as appropriate.
Keep access lists (EALs) up to date for each SAP as required.
Submit Program Access Requests (PARs) for personnel requiring program access.
Participate in pre-test and post-test sanitization of test areas.
Change padlock, X-0 lock, and various cipher-lock combinations within the industrial area.
Audit security processes to ensure policy compliance and quality.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Wear company-issued personal protective equipment in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.