Security Specialist (Secret Clearance Required)

Synectic Solutions Inc • Port Hueneme, CA

1d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Synectic Solutions is seeking a passionate Security Specialist II to support security and intelligence compliance with policies and regulations for the United States Navy. The role draws on security and cybersecurity expertise to enhance, accelerate, and assure the Navy’s ability to counter existing and emerging security threats. The position requires a Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain Top Secret with SCI or higher, and offers a salary range of $90,000–$115,000 based on factors including degree and overall experience.

The successful candidate will bring experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) in the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community, familiarity with alarm and access control systems, and experience mentoring junior security personnel. A bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline is required, with an alternative qualification pathway based on eight years of professional technical security activities.

Synectic Solutions, Inc. describes its workplace culture as upbeat and positive and emphasizes improving performance in support of agency missions while expanding opportunities for employees. SSI is a growing government contractor focused on logistics, engineering, management, and information technology, and is committed to customer expectations, continuous improvement, and high standards and ethics.

Requirements

• Hold at least a Secret security clearance and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI or higher.
• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline.
• Have four years of experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) in the DoD or IC.
• Have experience with alarm and access control systems.
• Alternatively, candidates who do not meet both the stated education and experience qualifications may qualify with eight years of professional technical activities related to security; four of those years must demonstrate PHYSEC and INFOSEC experience in the DoD or IC.

Responsibilities

• Support security and intelligence compliance with policies and regulations.
• Apply Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) expertise to safeguard personnel, facilities, and sensitive information.
• Manage and implement alarm and access control systems to prevent unauthorized access and respond to potential security breaches.
• Oversee and mentor junior security personnel, support their professional development, and foster a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Ensure security protocols and procedures are followed diligently.

What This Job Offers

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