Integrated Security Specialist

Integrated Security Specialist We are searching for an experienced, organized, positive, and self-motivated Integrated Security Specialist to join the Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation (JMIE) Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. JMIE specializes in rapid development of warfighter capabilities in an aggregated and integrated multidomain environment. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Administer advanced security architectures for new technology programs across the spectrum of classification; facilitate intelligence requests to obtain state-of-the-world, rest-of-the-world, and state-of-the-art technology/capability status Assist with the research and recommendations of long and short-term program protection strategies and tactics for new and established programs; address program extensions or changes in program direction Administer appropriate security requirements, (e.g. COMSEC, INFOSEC, OPSEC, etc.) analysis, and procedures relative to specific technology programs; provide guidance and suggestions for improvement as appropriate; administer security requirements for breaches Prepare and issue DD 254s to appropriate contractors and contracting agents Provide guidance of Executive Order 13526, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DoD Information Security Manuals, DoD SAP Security Manuals, and Technical Area Protection Plan (TAPP) Oversee the creation, coordination, and updates to program security documents and program protection implementation plans; Assess and coordinate performer created protection plans Develop and present briefings to leadership Assist with public release document security reviews for assigned programs Additional responsibilities of higher level position: Indirect supervision of other full-time employees Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions Give candid and constructive feedback to others to influence and persuade managers and employees to accept and implement findings and recommendations Required skills/experience areas include: Program security compliance across multiple global venues and node locations; security support for sensitive tests, field activities, and program lifecycle events Quality control reviews of program security documentation including Security Classification Guides (SCGs), Concept of Operations plans (CONOPS), Operations Security (OPSEC) plans, test and transportation plans, Technology Transfer Agreements (TTAs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) Security architecture and Program Protection Plans (P2) for advanced R&D and acquisition programs across multiple classification levels, including documentation lifecycle Risk management, security strategy, and execution timelines for complex defense technologies Public release review for classified and controlled information Success in collaborations with government customers where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effectiveDD 254 creation for classified efforts Active security clearance, at the TS/SCI levelMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Integrated Security Specialist (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications: NoneIf filled as Integrated Security Specialist (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications: NoneARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.