Security Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Enterprise Resilience and Protection (ERP) Division provides quality leadership, services and solutions to safeguard people and the environment, secure and protect company information and assets as well as enhance operational efficiency for the Corporation. The selected individual will be working as a Security Specialist II/III. The Security Specialist will ensure successful security and safety programs are in place by implementing programs for protecting classified and unclassified sensitive information in accordance with corporate and governmental policies and directives. Performs specialized duties in one or more security disciplines. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Colorado Springs, CO.

Requirements

3 or more years of relevant SCI and SAP Security experience with High School Diploma (for Security Specialist II).
5 or more years of relevant SCI and SAP Security experience with High School Diploma (for Security Specialist III).
Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP accesses.
U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph may be required.
Working knowledge of badge management, visitor control, and facility protection protocols.
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills to produce professional training and awareness products, policy/procedure documents and to effectively communicate with all levels of management and customers (internal/external).
Ability to build trust and foster open communications with peers and internal/external customers.
Occasional after-hours alarm response is a requirement (Overtime eligible).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college.
Current TS/SCI with adjudicated CI polygraph.
Prior FSO or CSSO experience.
Working knowledge of JADE, DISS, e-QIP, NISS, SIMS, or C/CURE systems.
Experience with the DoDM 5105.21, and the Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) series.

Responsibilities

Primarily support the Collateral, SCI, and SAP Security Programs at our contractor facility located at Colorado Springs, CO.
Plan, coordinate, and support onsite meetings and conference events.
Prepare visit clearance requests and Common Access Card (CAC) applications, and facilitate military installation access for visitors without military identification.
Administer and ensure compliance with company and government regulations, policies, and procedures for the protection of personnel, information, and assets.
Supports core security operations, including processing personnel security clearances, managing incoming and outgoing visit requests, producing employee, tenant, and visitor badges, conducting security indoctrinations and debriefings, and maintaining corporate and government security databases.
Design, implement, and deliver security training, briefings, and education programs.
Provide security support to assigned groups and additional office locations as required.
Assist the Cognizant Program Security Officer (CPSO) and Cognizant Security Staff Officer (CSSO) functions as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect