Job DescriptionTasks include, but are not limited to:
Ensure adherence to government and company security policies, providing expert guidance and direction to program teams
Serve as the primary point of contact for US Government Program Security Officers and/or Special Security Officer (SSO) collaborate closely with program managers and directors
Oversee security for prime and subcontracts, including developing and maintaining DD254s and providing essential security guidance
Author, implement, and maintain comprehensive program-level security plans, procedures, and instructions
Lead formal self-inspections, track corrective actions to completion, and conduct thorough security audits
Serve as the primary security point of contact for your program during security compliance audits
Deliver engaging security education and awareness training, conduct briefings, and provide classification guidance to employees
Investigate and resolve security incidents
Contribute to a holistic security posture by supporting other critical disciplines, including PERSEC, Physical, Cyber, COMSEC, and Visitor Control
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior security personnel on policies and procedures
Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Accesses
Willingness to complete a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CSP)
Participate in after-hours alarm response
Serve as a SAP Accountability Officer (SAO)
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Education- Bachelor's degree with 6 years of relevant security experience, or 10 years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
- Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
- Deep understanding and practical application of U.S. Government security standards, DoD SAP, DoD SCI Manuals, and ICD/ICS series directives and standards.
- Knowledge of ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements.
- Proven ability to effectively collaborate with program managers and maintain strong working relationships with US Government Program Security Officers.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, make sound judgments, work independently, analyze complex issues, and deliver effective solutions.
- Highly proficient in both written and verbal communication, with the ability to clearly and concisely present complex information to diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to navigate and ensure program compliance within complex, multi-level secure environments even in challenging, non-standard situations.
- Ability to independently identify, assess, and resolve unique security challenges with creative solutions that support contract performance while maintaining strict security protocols.
Preferred Skills and Education- Possesses a professional demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multi-tasked environment.
- Prior experience as a SAP Accountability Officer
Benefits InformationEmployee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
