Special Program SAV Audit and Compliance Specialist

BAE Systems•Manchester, NH

11d•$118,747 - $201,870•Hybrid

About The Position

The Special Access Programs Audit & Compliance Specialist leads BAE’s independent security assurance and compliance program across special access programs and SCI environments. Reporting directly to the Director of Security, Assessments & Investigations, the role provides objective oversight of security compliance, audit readiness, risk management, and continuous improvement. It operates independently from mission-support security functions. The position leads audit, compliance, inspection, and risk assessment programs; develops audit methods and risk-based assessment strategies; and oversees self-inspections, government security reviews, compliance assessments, CMMC evaluations, and CORA readiness activities. It prepares the organization for DCSA and program sponsor-led inspections, evaluates security controls and classified-facility requirements, and develops metrics and executive reporting to assess program effectiveness. The specialist also leads corrective and preventive actions and supports policy, governance, workforce training, and awareness initiatives. The role uses a hybrid work format, splitting time between onsite and remote work. It may require off-hours emergency response and local or overnight emergency or planned travel as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience in a like background.
Active U.S. Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level audit, compliance, inspection, or assessment programs and supporting government inspections.
Strong knowledge of NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117, CUI requirements, DAAG, ICDs, DO Manuals, DoD security regulations, CMMC 2.0, NIST frameworks, risk management principles, and audit methodologies.
Familiarity with security management software such as SIMS and government databases such as DISS.
Knowledge of business software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office.
Ability to respond to off-hours emergencies and undertake local or overnight emergency or planned travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with SAP, SCI, and compartmented security programs.
Experience managing DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments and other government oversight activities.
Experience implementing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and leading enterprise continuous improvement initiatives.
Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CRISC, Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), ISO 19011 Lead Auditor, or related security and compliance credentials.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the segment’s Special Access Program security audit, compliance, inspection, and risk assessment programs.
Develop and implement audit methodologies, compliance monitoring processes, and risk-based assessment strategies.
Plan and oversee self-inspections, government security reviews, compliance assessments, CMMC evaluations, and CORA readiness activities.
Prepare the organization for DCSA and program sponsor-led inspections and assessments.
Evaluate security controls, classified facility compliance, access control procedures, safeguarding practices, and physical security requirements.
Develop compliance metrics, dashboards, and executive reports to measure program effectiveness and identify trends.
Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen security performance and reduce risk.
Support policy development, governance initiatives, workforce training, and organizational awareness programs that promote compliance and accountability.