HQ Security Specialist

HQ Security Specialist

Austin, TX

IPTA's Technology Solutions Team is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative interactions with customers, team members, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leaders, and partners we design practical solutions that solve real problems for major government and business organizations. As a member of our Technology Solutions group, you will work with a team of technologists focused on delivering innovative business solutions using emerging technologies through proven successful methods.

Our Team:

We are looking for talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with "fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service." Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals. We are looking for:

• Smart people with a passion for technology
• Ability to solve challenging business problems
• Self-directed professionals
• Hunger to continually learn and grow

*This position is contingent upon contract award and the actual job description may vary based on specific contract requirements and organizational needs.

Responsibilities:

• Apply broad knowledge and experience in multiple security disciplines (Personnel, Information, Physical, Industrial, and classification management) to develop, enforce, analyze and interpret security policies under the guidance and direction of AFC HQs Command Security Manager and Special Security Officer
• Ensure all security discipline programs (INFOSEC, INDSEC, PERSEC, OPSEC) are adequate to protect classified and sensitive but unclassified information in accordance with the HQ AFC protection benchmarks
• Understand all related policies, programs and procedures for DoD Security Tasks related to Industrial, Personnel, Information, and Physical Security disciplines. The Contractor shall be appointed as, and perform as, a Special Security Representative, handling SCI related functions, such as VARs, INDOC Asst. coordination, and JWICS 2875s routing in conjunction with, and under the supervision of, the AFC HQs Special Security Officer
• Provide personnel security support, assisting with background checks, clearance processing, and security access validation
• Conduct security training sessions and workshops for AFC personnel to ensure awareness and compliance with security protocols and assist in developing and updating Security Classification/Declassification Guides
• Participate in security working groups, DoD security briefings, and interagency security coordination meetings
• Support the command SSO or SSR by processing personnel background investigations for special security clearance actions. Receive/validate incoming clearances and accesses; pass clearances and SCI accesses; prepare Visit Authorization Request (VAR) and Permanent Certifications
• Maintain electronic records in security management databases, tracking personnel access, security violations, and clearance investigations. The Contractor shall assist in collateral and higher access and badge procedures. The Contractor shall manage security incident reporting, ensure investigations are conducted, findings are documented, and mitigation strategies are implemented
• Review/process foreign travel/contact requests and verify/vet foreign visitors. The Contractor shall suggest, implement and monitor compliance with special security policies and procedures
• Coordinate, develop, and implement local SCIF Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Emergency Plans (EP), policies, and guidance, including the preparation of SCIF documentation required for accreditation. Ensure SCIF integrity through alarm monitoring, management, and auditing of the access control system. The Contractor should maintain access codes, spin-dial combinations, intrusion detection system codes and keys for SCI Facilities/doors
• Under the direction of the SSO, coordinate with applicable stakeholders for SCIF accreditation/certification for classified IT
• Conduct Semi and Annual IDS testing and USAdirected Security Review; Annual Self-Inspections, SOP/EP reviews and EP testing. Maintain access process to authorized SCIF users; maintain access control roster. The Contractor shall coordinate/execute Co-Utilization Authorizations with oversight from the SSO
• Maintain accounts, tokens, and access for all Army Information Systems required by their organization to include but not limited to: Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet), Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet), and Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System (JWICS), where available/accessible

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Security Studies, or related field
• Six (6) years of relevant experience
• Active Security clearance required

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, status as a veteran or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions, including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, returns from lay-off, terminations, and social and recreational programs on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Our employees have diverse backgrounds, skills, and ideas that collectively contribute to a rich working environment and greater opportunity for innovation.

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