Security Specialist - UARC

University of Agriculture Faisalabad • Fairbanks, AK

22d • Remote

About The Position

The Arctic and Homeland Defense Center (AHDC) UARC at the Geophysical Institute is seeking a Security Specialist to be the primary point of contact for security matters at AHDC. If you have an interest in classified R&D, industrial security and contributing to the unique mission of AHDC in a meaningful way, this is the job for you. Help UAF perform a critical function for the Nation while building and implementing policies that will protect its secrets and support our servicemembers. This position will provide security support to the Arctic and Homeland Defense Center UARC within the Geophysical Institute. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for industrial security matters at the UARC. The incumbent will be expected to ensure UARC compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC) and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements. The incumbent will coordinate with UA FSO to assist in conducting security briefings, debriefings, and training for cleared staff and visitors as well as maintaining facility clearances, personnel clearances, and visit authorizations. Finally, incumbent will develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, SOPs, and best practices for classified and unclassified programs within the UARC. The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers a competitive work environment with strong benefits, including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. The Geophysical Institute values collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas. We foster a professional and respectful environment dedicated to serving Alaska through applied science. Career growth and professional development are supported and encouraged. As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE LIST YOUR CURRENT CITIZENSHIP STATUS IN EITHER YOUR COVER LETTER OR RESUME

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and five years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must possess (or be able to obtain and maintain) an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.
• TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE LIST YOUR CURRENT CITIZENSHIP STATUS IN EITHER YOUR COVER LETTER OR RESUME
• In-depth knowledge of government and industrial security best practices (NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07, ICDs, etc.)
• Understanding of JPAS/DISS, NISS, and related security systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial security procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Completion of DCSA or equivalent security training programs preferred.
• Prior experience as a Contractor Security Manager, Government Security Manager, or Military Security Specialist Preferred.
• Experience as a Special Security Officer (SSO) with responsibility for SCIF management preferred.
• Former experience as a contractor or government security officer with knowledge of SCIF management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for industrial security matters at the UARC.
• Ensure UARC compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC) and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements.
• Coordinate with UA FSO to assist in conducting security briefings, debriefings, and training for cleared staff and visitors as well as maintaining facility clearances, personnel clearances, and visit authorizations.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, SOPs, and best practices for classified and unclassified programs within the UARC.

Benefits

• UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

What This Job Offers

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