(609) Physical and Personnel Security Specialist

Physical and Personnel Security Specialist

Arlo Solutions is seeking a Physical and Personnel Security Specialist to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security (OUSD(I&S)) in managing the physical and personnel security for approximately forty-five Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the National Capital Region (NCR). The successful candidate will assist with security procedures, facility accreditation, personnel security processing, and maintaining security databases and documentation to ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations.

Work Location TBD; either Pentagon or Mark Center

Clearance : TS / SCI

Job Responsibilities and / or Success Factors :

• Physical Security Management : Assist with the physical security oversight of approximately 45 SCIFs located at DoD installations, leased spaces, and residences. Responsibilities include :
• Conducting facility accreditations, reaccreditations, co-use agreements, compartmented area setup, and construction site surveys.
• Performing self-inspections, managing access control, and applying standards for SCIF accreditation, including compliance with ICD 705, the Fixed Facility Checklist, and TEMPEST requirements.
• Personnel Security Management :
• Process security nomination packages and handle indoctrinations and debriefings for OUSD(I&S) personnel, averaging 40 indoctrinations and 12 debriefings monthly.
• Review and update DD254s as part of the industrial security program.
• Maintain personnel security documentation, ensuring that in-processing and out-processing records are accurate and up to date.
• Database and Security Systems Maintenance :
• Update the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and related databases, ensuring the accurate tracking of security clearances and personnel access.
• Process classified visit requests and verify clearances through systems like DISS and Scattered Castles for classified meetings.
• Handle approximately 250 security-related requests monthly, including visit requests and clearance verifications.
• Security Education and Training :
• Assist in implementing the Security Education Awareness program by developing training materials, security bulletins, directives, and procedures.
• Deliver weekly security training sessions to ensure compliance and awareness across the workforce.
• Insider Threat and Information Security Support :
• Assist the Insider Threat Program Manager in processing actions related to insider threat activities and investigations.
• Support the Information Security Program Manager by recommending and implementing measures to mitigate potential or actual security compromises.
• Security Reporting and Documentation :
• Provide programmatic support by gathering data and producing reports for leadership and staff on security incidents, access suspensions, and personnel clearances.
• Manage the secure handling, storing, marking, dissemination, and destruction of classified materials in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain a comprehensive file system tracking security clearance statuses, access denials, revocations, and other regulatory requirements.

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