Security Specialist – Operations

Armada Ltd • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Security Specialist supports industrial security activities by helping protect classified, controlled unclassified, ITAR, and proprietary information at U.S. industry sites under the National Industrial Security Program. The role ensures DoD industrial security requirements are identified, documented, and implemented for classified contract actions, and assists with oversight of critical program information and manufacturing-related controls across locations. The position requires a Top Secret with SCI security clearance and is contingent upon award. Relocation is not available. Candidates must pass a background check and pre-employment drug testing.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Master's degree in a relevant field, or a bachelor's degree and four additional years of relevant work experience.
• Top Secret with SCI security clearance.
• Knowledge of National Industrial Security Program requirements, DoD industrial security policies, and contract security documentation such as DD Forms 254.
• Ability to evaluate industry security practices, identify gaps, and support implementation of compliant protective measures.
• Ability to interpret and apply industrial security requirements to contractor operations, including protection of CPI, MCC, and MCF.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and documentation supporting industrial security compliance across multiple contractor locations.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with industry security managers, Government offices, and program stakeholders.
• Specialized experience with flag-officer-level briefings and senior-level interface.
• Must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Support industrial security activities by assisting with the protection of classified information, controlled unclassified information, ITAR data, and proprietary materials at industry sites.
• Ensure DoD industrial security requirements are identified, documented, and implemented for classified contract actions in alignment with organizational policies.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and maintaining security documentation, including DD Forms 254.
• Help verify that Critical Program Information, Mission Critical Components, and Mission Critical Functions are properly safeguarded across industry partners.
• Coordinate with industry security personnel to monitor compliance with National Industrial Security Program requirements and contract security obligations.
• Maintain records, security correspondence, and documentation related to industrial security oversight and contract security guidance.
• Participate in security reviews, meetings, and working groups to support compliance and address program security concerns.
• Assist Government personnel in evaluating contractor security practices and ensuring corrective actions are implemented when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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