Government Security Specialist

Battelle • Columbus, OH

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Security Specialist III to support its Government Security Office in Columbus, Ohio. The role oversees Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs and helps ensure classified information is safeguarded, controlled, and handled in compliance with applicable requirements. The specialist applies knowledge of industrial security practices, 32 CFR Part 117, ICD 704/705 directives, and DoDM 5205.07 SAP compliance, working independently and collaboratively to maintain regulatory compliance and support program security in coordination with the Director of Government Security.

The position assists with the overall security program and classified-program compliance, including clearance processes, classified meetings and visits, client liaison, inspections, records, training, secure spaces, procedures, and proposal support. The role requires U.S. citizenship, an active Top Secret clearance or immediate eligibility for a Top Secret/SCI clearance, and a CI polygraph. Travel to meetings and training is expected for less than 5–10% of the time.

The salary range is $81,600–$116,300, with compensation determined by factors such as education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Battelle describes its benefits as including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness incentives, supplemental benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching, tuition assistance, and a flexible compressed schedule. The role may follow a hybrid arrangement of 60% in-office and 40% remote, depending on team and position needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience as a CSSO, CPSO, or FSO.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Active Top Secret clearance or immediate eligibility for a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• CI Polygraph.
• Experience with client security databases such as DISS, NBIS, and NISS.
• Experience with Windows computer operating systems and SharePoint.
• Ability to travel to meetings and training for less than 5–10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and cohesively within a team environment.
• Assist with the security clearance process for staff members, consultants, and key management personnel.
• Coordinate clearance requirements for classified meetings and provide clearance information for classified visits or certifications to government and cleared-industry facilities.
• Interpret security regulations and provide expertise on clearance management, fingerprinting, background investigation packets, release forms, security briefings, and debriefings.
• Serve as a liaison with U.S. Government clients on security compliance matters.
• Conduct security program self-inspections and prepare for client inspections.
• Prepare and maintain official records auditable by U.S. Government representatives.
• Create security educational materials, provide briefings, and facilitate security-awareness training.
• Assist with UL2050 semi-annual requirements for secure spaces, including escorting people into secure spaces.
• Maintain and update secure-room rosters for secure areas.
• Maintain and update program standard operating procedures.
• Provide proposal support as needed, including writing Security Volumes, OPSEC materials, or specific security program plans.
• Escort uncleared staff into program areas for extended periods.
• Update internal databases of record, such as SIMS, and track training dates and safes.
• Assist the Facility Security Officer with the overall security program.
• Assist with compliance for classified programs.

Benefits

• Flexible, compressed work schedule, with every other Friday off for most of the team.
• Hybrid work flexibility, described as 60% in-office and 40% remote, depending on team and position needs.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits.
• Optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, with a 5% employer contribution for most employees and matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level