What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Representative with Security Clearance position at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)?
Are you a program security specialist (PSR) with a keen interest in providing top notch security support in a dynamic and rich R&D environment? We are seeking a program security specialist (PSR) to help us provide APL and its customers with the best special and compartmented program security support. As a Program Security Representative (PSR), you will... Primarily serve as the Program Security Representative on multiple Special Access Programs and / or Sensitive Compartmented Programs, providing expertise in all security functions in accordance with the NISPOM, and other government regulations (e.g. Interact with with a broad cross-section of staff members within APL and with individuals external to APL. Represent the Lab while performing as a liaison between the APL, multiple government sponsors, and subcontractors. You will collaborate routinely with all levels of APL program security leadership to include Information Assurance, Security, Program Managers, Contracts Managers, Cost Account Managers and Government customer personnel. Provide security guidance regarding program development / operations, assure compliance with applicable government and company regulations, develop, obtain approval for, and implement security policies and procedures specific to the program to include Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and participate in self-inspections and Government compliance inspections. Ensure facility security administration, documentation and management to ensure the adherence to contractual guidance for numerous programs and facilities. Advise leadership in the area of security where risks and tradeoffs have a direct impact on the accomplishment of the project, test or evaluation. Provide subject matter expertise to Program Managers concerning accurate interpretation, proper application and compliance with Security Classification Guides (SCGs). Identify and resolve security challenges and issues such as legal, regulatory and compliance concerns. Perform physical security responsibilities for several facilities.
Have an Associate's Degree in Business, Information Systems, or a security-related field. Two-plus years of security related work experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Possess 4 years of relevant security-related work experience (i.e. CPSO / CSSO / SSR / PSR / PSS and / or DoD Intel) and have the ability to evaluate and execute security principles and government special security regulations (i.e. SAP, OPSEC, COMSEC, DCID, NISPOM, DoD Manual 5205.Have 2 years of experience developing and executing security policy, plans and procedures. Possess excellent organizational / communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with staff at all levels. Must maintain appropriate relationships between leadership in the security department as well as the principals in the supported organization. Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS / SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Have a Bachelor 's Degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field. Possess direct experience working as a compartmented and / or special program security officer. Thorough understanding of DoD organizational structures. The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work / life balance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity of perspectives, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education / training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and / or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
