Security Specialist

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Administer and coordinate DoD and other industrial security programs to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering and coordinating security programs, ensuring compliance with government and company policies. Proficient in managing personnel security, information security, and physical security measures while providing guidance and oversight for classified information protection.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active TS Clearance With SCI EligibilityExperience With Special Access ProgramsKnowledge Of DoD Security ProgramsSecurity Briefing DevelopmentPhysical Security Administration

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Hard Skills

Security Program AdministrationPersonnel Security ManagementInformation Security OversightCOMSEC ManagementClassified Material HandlingVisitor Control ProceduresSecurity Violation InvestigationEligibility Program ManagementSecurity Education Program DevelopmentFacility Inspection

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma

Industry Keywords

DoD Security ProgramsIndustrial SecurityPhysical SecurityClassified Information ProtectionProprietary Information SecuritySecurity ComplianceVisitor CertificationEmployee IdentificationSecurity BriefingsSecurity Violations

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and coordinate DoD and other industrial security programs to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures
Provide guidance and support concerning personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, and physical security
Provide administrative security support for receipt, distribution, inventory, reproduction, and disposition of classified material
May act as Top Secret Control Officer (TSCO) for projects
Administer and maintain physical security procedures for visitor control, employee identification, and safeguarding facilities, equipment, materials, and employee property
Develop and conduct security briefings and security education programs
Provide oversight for protection programs covering classified and proprietary information
Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications
Investigate losses and security violations and recommend corrective actions
Manage the continuing eligibility program for employees
Periodically inspect the facility to ensure physical security measures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma
3-5 years of relevant security related experience
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility is a must
Previous experience working with Special Access programs or SCI environment
Knowledge of DoW, DOE, or other industrial security programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership