Security Specialist - Industrial

Protection Strategies Incorporated • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Security Specialist at Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) plays a crucial role in supporting the Industrial Security Unit (ISU) by acting as a liaison between the Contracting Office and the Department regarding security clearance requirements for classified contracts. This position involves developing and managing security policies, conducting compliance reviews, and ensuring the protection of classified information within the framework of the DHS Industrial Security Program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in security or intelligence fields.
• Experience in technical, physical, information, industrial, personnel, and operational security.
• Subject matter expertise in security and/or intelligence disciplines and experience implementing complex government security programs and policies is preferable.
• Highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ISMS, eQIP, CVS, and/or DISS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, formulate, and develop DHS-wide policies, standards, and procedures for the implementation and management of the DHS Industrial Security Program.
• Advise top-level DHS officials and subject matter managers on developments and advances in personnel, contract, and industrial security programs.
• Conduct security surveys, inspections, and compliance reviews in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Develop, implement, and oversee policies for the management and administration of programs governed by Executive Order 12829, National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
• Conduct preliminary inquiries of actual or suspected compromise of classified information and ensure reporting requirements are met.
• Produce finished documentation such as reports, special studies, and policy procedure development.
• Conduct analyses, evaluations, and internal inspections of security programs, and present oral and written products.
• Write and maintain Industrial Security Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED