Security Specialist

Security Specialist

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As a Security Specialist with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following :

• Administer and coordinate DoD and other industrial security programs to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance and support to staff members concerning all security administrative functions, such as personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, and physical security to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provides authoritative information and assistance to management / employees on personnel security policies and procedures for reviewing adverse personnel security determinations, and employee reconsideration or appeal rights.
• Track and maintain all PERSEC information to include clearance status, SAP access, security training records, personnel information files (PIFs) and visit certification (VAR). Administer and update information on the Clients Security Databases.
• Review forms for accuracy and process incoming Program Access Request (PAR) and associated documentation.
• Develop recommendations with sufficient supporting rationale to enable the Government to decide whether to approve or deny for classified programs.
• Liaison with external DoD entities on all matters pertaining to personnel security.
• Manage program quota access rosters, develop detailed reports and presentation for Government regarding personnel access requirements.
• Conducting required security orientation, refresher training, and security briefings for assigned personnel.
• Process, track, file and report on foreign travel reported.
• Provides oversight for programs for the protection of classified information as well as propriety information.
• Prepares, sends, and receives visitor certifications.
• Investigates losses and security violations and recommends corrective actions.

Qualifications :

Pay Transparency Statement :

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $89,800.00 / Yr. - USD $150,000.00 / Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement :

EEO Race / Sex / Disability Status / Veteran Status