Sr Security Administrator

The Security Services Department’s overall mission is to identify and counter security threats to the MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s mission of development of game-changing technology in support of National Security, including guarding against compromise by foreign intelligence agencies and insider threats. To accomplish this mission, this department formulates and implements policies, plans, and actions designed to protect facilities against threats of vandalism, accidental destruction, and sabotage; and safeguards personnel, classified and unclassified information systems, personal identifiable information, property, and other assets from exploitation and recruitment by foreign intelligence agencies.

We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where security professionals from a wide range of backgrounds are empowered to solve complex security problems in close collaboration with Laboratory research teams and Government counterparts. Our people are our most important resource, and we encourage a casual and flexible opportunity-filled working environment that is technology-focused. Where mission needs can be met, the Security Services Department encourages flexible schedules and hybrid remote work arrangements.

Mission and Culture

The Security Services Department’s overall mission is to identify and counter security threats to the MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s mission of development of game-changing technology in support of National Security, including guarding against compromise by foreign intelligence agencies and insider threats. To accomplish this mission, this department formulates and implements policies, plans, and actions designed to protect facilities against threats of vandalism, accidental destruction, and sabotage; and safeguards personnel, classified and unclassified information systems, personal identifiable information, property, and other assets from exploitation and recruitment by foreign intelligence agencies.

We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where security professionals from a wide range of backgrounds are empowered to solve complex security problems in close collaboration with Laboratory research teams and Government counterparts. Our people are our most important resource, and we encourage a casual and flexible opportunity-filled working environment that is technology-focused. Where mission needs can be met, the Security Services Department encourages flexible schedules and hybrid remote work arrangements.

Who Are We?

Strategy and Project Management Office (SPMO): We are a team of security professionals focused on driving strategic planning, continuous improvement and project management for the Security Department. The group is responsible for developing and implementing the department strategic plan, supporting strategic enterprise projects, and providing project management expertise and execution oversight. The group is also responsible for leading the Continuous Improvement Team, and is primarily responsible for assessing process efficiency and strategic plan alignment across the Department and Laboratory.

Key Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7-10 years of relevant experience
* 3-5 years of leading small-medium projects, managing stakeholders
* Proficient in O365 (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Executive status creation and reporting, events and meeting facilitation  
* Clear understanding of a matrixed organization
* Ability to operate as a project lead with SPMO guidelines and best practices   
 

Preferred Requirements:
* Familiarity with security management software, such as SIMS and government databases such as DISS (Defense Information Security System)
* Working in a Center of Excellence (COE) or Project Management Office (PMO)

To work with MITLL, all employees must meet certain basic requirements.
* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret level security clearance
* Must be a U.S. Citizen
* Successfully pass a background check

What will you do?

Join a team of security professionals that are driven to solve complex security problems in collaboration with Security leadership and staff. The knowledge, skills and abilities you must possess include:
* Project Management: The successful candidate will be responsible for executing high-visibility, high-risk and complex SSD projects in collaboration with other operations Departments and research Divisions; possess extensive organizational skills; be a self-starter; and have the ability to drive projects with SMEs across the Laboratory. Scope, schedule and stakeholders’ management will be critical requirement for assigned projects. The individual will be also responsible for providing a regular status to reporting manager, SSD leadership, and project leadership.
* Continuous Improvement: The Security Administrator (SA) will support the Continuous Improvement efforts across SSD, be responsible for assessing end-to-end process efficiencies, ensuring process documentation, and publishing in coordination with Business Transformation Office (BTO). With the support of Line Managers, SA will establish clear ownership of processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement framework across SSD.
* Executive Reporting and Excellent Facilitation Capability: The SA will create, coordinate and lead in-person & hybrid status meetings at various levels, and design, administer and host multi-day off-site events with Security Leadership.  
* Leadership: The SA will have experience of leading the project teams in order to provide both tactical and strategic guidance; support them in executing strategic plans and projects. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are a necessity.
* Goal-driven mindset with a focus on relationship building: The SA will drive results driven conversations and manage conflicts by building relationships, gaining individual contexts, and keeping the big picture in mind.

How will you grow?

You will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, thrive and belong.
* Leadership: Room to advance in your team or to lead high visibility, high impact cross-functional projects.    
* Growth Opportunities: Potential for lateral and vertical movement.
* Education/Training: Management training, mentorship, in-house and external courses.
* Exposure: Engagement with stakeholders, Laboratory leadership and other Departments and Divisions.
* Community: Participation is encouraged for Laboratory social events, Employee Resource Groups, clubs and study groups, volunteering and community service projects.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
    • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
    • MIT-funded pension
    • Matching 401K
    • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
    • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
    • Mentorship programs
    • A range of work-life balance options
    • ... and much more!  

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts, and perks.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID: 41838