Security Specialist I

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

BAE Systems is an international defense, aerospace and security company that delivers a full range of products and services. The Security Specialist I role focuses on providing program security functions, administering security guidelines, and ensuring compliance with security requirements.

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Responsibilities

Provide program security functions for BAE Systems, Inc., Space & Mission Systems sector, Space Systems, National Space Strategic Business Unit (SBU)
Administer clearance/access; review submittal packages prior to submission to customer and refer unusual packages to supervisor
Administer security guidelines; work with technical and physical specialist, facilities engineers, and program managers to establish required physical security requirements and have them installed
Read contract standards for security and various manuals and directives and ensure appropriate application
Administer Security Practices and Procedures (SPP) for programs and apply industrial security requirements; interpret most requirements from SPP or ISM and implement it with little supervision
Address daily security tasks. (e.g., changing combinations, instructions for guards, courier/destruction activities, arranging support/security for moves, etc.)
May prepare and present basic security briefings
May assist program managers and Division/Group executives by knowing the business area, being involved in new business development from a security perspective Coordinate between program management and other SCU functions to ensure security guidelines are properly implemented and executed
Coordinate between program management and other Strategic Capabilities Units (SCU) functions to ensure security guidelines are properly implemented and executed and establish a clear relationship of roles and duties
Ensure all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statues, and regulations as well as company policies and directives
Investigate security incidents, violations and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken
Ensure customer compliance requirements are met, maintain 100% readiness for inspections, and assist customers with inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment
Perform other duties as necessary

Qualification

Required

Bachelor's degree
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education
A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Polygraph
Willing to undergo a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CSP)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail
Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications

Preferred

Programmatic experience working with applicable US Government regulatory guidance concerning SCI security management to include Risk Management Framework and all Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) relevant to contractor program execution
Experience working with federal security regulations and guidelines, e.g., National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) experience
Certification within critical functional areas is a plus; Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Industrial Security Professional (ISP), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
A legal plan
Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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).
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.