Federal Security Specialist

Penn State University • University Park, IL

10d • $51,000 - $89,600 • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a self-motivated Federal Security Specialist to join our Security Services Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL Security Services mission is to ensure the security of ARL personnel, facilities, material, and information as an agile, efficient, and service-driven team. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Assist in coordinating and providing oversight to advanced security programs including Counterintelligence, Insider Threat, Personnel Security (PerSec), Communications Security (COMSEC), and Operations Security (OPSEC), as well as physical security systems such as electronic access control, alarm systems, and CCTV systems Assist in the development and management of advanced industrial security practices, procedures, processes, trainings, and briefings, while ensuring compliance with government policies and regulations Provide agile, efficient, and exemplary security support/outstanding customer service to all organizational groups and personnel in a fast-paced, complex, and rapidly evolving environment Handle the intake of collateral security matters, providing assistance and determining appropriate processes Prepare for and represent ARL in all aspects of security inspections and oversight by U.S. Government (USG) agencies

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience handling classified materials
• Microsoft Office software, databases, and web applications
• Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills are crucial to be effective
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and effectively in fast-paced environment
• Active security clearance, at the Secret level or higher

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of advanced security programs such as Counterintelligence, Insider Threat, Personnel Security (PerSec), Communications Security (COMSEC), and Operations Security (OPSEC), as well as physical security systems such as electronic access control, alarm systems, and CCTV systems
• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Security, Risk Management/Analysis, Criminal Justice, Military Science, or Business Administration
• National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), specifically safeguarding classified information
• Security Information Management System (SIMS)
• Department of Defense (DoD) security systems such as DISS, NBIS, and NISS
• Past success in leadership, compliance, risk-management, and/or military experience

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and providing oversight to advanced security programs including Counterintelligence, Insider Threat, Personnel Security (PerSec), Communications Security (COMSEC), and Operations Security (OPSEC), as well as physical security systems such as electronic access control, alarm systems, and CCTV systems
• Assist in the development and management of advanced industrial security practices, procedures, processes, trainings, and briefings, while ensuring compliance with government policies and regulations
• Provide agile, efficient, and exemplary security support/outstanding customer service to all organizational groups and personnel in a fast-paced, complex, and rapidly evolving environment
• Handle the intake of collateral security matters, providing assistance and determining appropriate processes
• Prepare for and represent ARL in all aspects of security inspections and oversight by U.S. Government (USG) agencies

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree