Security Specialist I

Nashua, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

BAE Systems Electronic Systems is a global innovator in defense and commercial electronics. They are seeking an entry-level Security Specialist to support the Electronic Systems Personnel Security Office, ensuring compliance with security program requirements and processing personnel clearances.

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Responsibilities

Acquires, reviews, and processes to completion - Initial Clearances, 5 year clearance reinvestigations, reinstatements and clearance upgrades
Process ES New Hire's and Terminations - SIMS/DISS/NBIS
Support and process PSQ's, Foreign Travel and reporting as per Special Program requirements
Working knowledge of SIMS, DISS, eQIP/eAPP and NISS
Manage and maintain ES SIMS, DISS and NBIS
Maintain PERSEC Shared Area and PERSEC One Space
Develops security plans to comply with existing directives and future requirements
Provide/maintain monthly and quarterly metrics
Maintain continuity plans relative to the PERSEC Office
Professional demeanor, good people skills, ability to communicate effectively, performs in a multi-tasked environment
Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, work independently, analyze problems and provide focused solutions
Additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Required

High School diploma or equivalent
2 or more years of related administrative and clerical experience
Must receive Interim SECRET eligibility within 3 months of start date
Eligible for Top Secret Clearance
Experience with the PC's and office software, good writing skills
Working knowledge of SIMS, DISS, NBIS, EQIP, EAPP, JADE
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Decision making and reasoning skills
Working knowledge of the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and other related security manuals
Must be organized and be able to work independently

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree
Top Secret (TS) clearance

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance (for regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
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, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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.
Some benefits may be different for union employees governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

BAE Systems is an aerospace, defence, and information security company that provides advanced and technology-led solutions.

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