Security Specialist III

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.•Germantown, MD

8d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Security Specialist III maintains overall safety and security within the agency and helps disseminate security information throughout its departments. The role supports compliance with security directives, security training and records, classified material and facility controls, staff clearance and badge processes, and security-related procedures. The position is primarily performed in an office environment. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. is a holding company with subsidiaries serving federal government and commercial enterprises in business services, health, infrastructure and engineering, mission optimization, technology, and transportation. A portion of company profits supports Chickasaw citizens and the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation. CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Requirements

Ability to obtain, maintain, and access classified information at the Top Secret level or Q clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or a related field, and at least five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with security directives and ensure Federal and Contractor employees receive required training and maintain training records.
Maintain a current authorized classifiers and de-classifiers listing.
Prepare requests for deviations to security directives and obtain approvals before submission.
Assist with preparation of a facility security plan and coordinate an initial visit by the Security Team.
Complete self-assessments of all applicable program elements.
Assist with security procedures for Limited or Vault Type Rooms, access authorizations, classified material, classified and foreign visits and assignments, foreign travel requests, security infractions, escorts, security training compliance, and security-related meetings.
Assist with inventory and control of security facilities and equipment, including rooms, containers, copiers, computers, VTC systems and other secured telecommunications equipment, facsimiles, and shredders.
Assist with staff in-processing and out-processing.
Assist with initiating applicants for security clearances and badges by administering the electronic questionnaire and providing follow-up.
Assist with FACTS data entry for Foreign National Unclassified Visits and assignments.
Review employee clearance-related forms for completeness before submission.
Assist with acquiring and turning in badges, debriefings, and account terminations.