(259) Physical and Personnel Security Specialist

Company Summary

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future. 

Position Overview 

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.

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.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Security Expertise: In-depth knowledge of DoD and Intelligence Community security procedures, including ICD 705, TEMPEST standards, and SCIF construction/operations.
• Personnel Security Processing: Experience processing security clearances, nominations, and indoctrination packages.
• Database Proficiency: Proficiency with security systems such as DISS and Scattered Castles for clearance tracking and verification.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of DoD security policies and regulations, including classified information handling procedures (e.g., DD254 reviews, SAARs).
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail for processing security documentation, performing self-inspections, and managing classified materials.
• Communication Skills: Ability to deliver training sessions, security briefings, and develop security-related procedures and documents.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to assist with mitigating security risks and addressing potential insider threats.

Qualifications: 

• Current TS/SCI
• Bachelor’s degree in security management, criminal justice, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of experience in physical and personnel security roles within the DoD or intelligence community.
• Proficiency with DISS, Scattered Castles, and other security-related databases.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple security requests daily.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SCIF accreditation processes and facility security management.
• Familiarity with DoD security education and insider threat programs.

AAP Statement

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.