Security Specialist

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Security Specialist to join our team!

In this role, the Security Specialist will assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in administering the Parsons Huntsville Security Program, implementing policies, plans, procedures, departmental instructions, and technical support of safeguards and security (S&S) programs to protect client security interests.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers industrial security programs in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), applicable laws, regulations, and DoD contractual requirements.
• Manages the processing of security clearance paperwork, including collection and review of relevant documents and information for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
• Maintains personnel security records and databases, including quality assurance and control of the fingerprinting process.
• Ensures compliance with all security requirements for the marking, handling, and safeguarding of classified information received and stored within the facility, to include both information and physical security policy and procedures.
• Manages, prepares, and tracks all Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specifications ​(DD Form 254s) provided from the government/prime contractor as well as those necessary for distribution to subcontractors
• Implements Security Education, Training, and Awareness Programs
• Executes visitor control functions to include processing of incoming and outgoing visit requests and verifying incoming visitor identification, prior to allowing access to classified information
• Verifies preparation of essential reports, troubleshooting industrial security issues, and providing assistance in resolving all concerns and queries from government agencies and company management.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years of relevant facility Industrial Security experience
• Experience in executing 32CFR (NISPOM) requirements
• Active Secret Clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Industrial Security Professionals (ISP) Certification
• SIMS experience
• DoD Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Certification (Security Fundamentals Professional (SFPC), Industrial Security Oversight (ISOC), etc.)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience

PHYSIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50lbs pounds

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: 

$29.42 - $51.49

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!