Security Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting a Security Specialist to join our team at Fort Belvoir, VA to support our customer, Project Manager Terrestrial Sensors (PM TS) .

Duties :

• Develops plans, policies, and procedures for the implementation of security practices in accordance with (IAW) Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Army (DA), and PEO IEW&S regulations and guidance.
• Develops plans and procedures to maintain an effective overall Operational Security (OPSEC) program IAW AR 530-10, Operations Security.
• Maintains continuous review of security classification guides and operational security plans in coordination with Headquarters technical personnel.
• Identifies security weaknesses and deficiencies, informs the appropriate management official, recommends appropriate corrective action, and provides follow-up activities.
• Identifies resource requirements for security operations and recommends actions to meet the commands security needs. Studies current and contemplated PEO IEW&S operations to determine security factors and OPSEC implications.
• Conducts required security evaluations and inspections. Ensures that security programs comply with controlling regulations and directives.
• Develops access rosters and procedures to be implemented for personnel who have access to classified material.
• Administers the PEO's Freedom of Information Act Program and performs related security duties as required.
• Administers the Security Education Program. Develops instructional material; and plans, schedules, and conducts training for and / or provides briefings to employees.
• Coordinates training requirements with outside agencies having jurisdictional responsibility to provide training, i.e., Military Intelligence and Defense Investigative Service.
• IAW AR 380-10 Disclosure of Information and Visits and Accreditation of Foreign Nationals, ensures that representatives of other DoD agencies, foreign countries, etc., when visiting the PEO have required security clearances, and / or proper DA approval for such visits.
• Assists in the development of public affairs releases containing information protected by OPSEC and assists with the public affairs program within organization.
• Analyzes and evaluates the public affairs program needs and / or issues to advise and recommend solutions to senior management officials.
• Reviews acquisition plans, government contracts, pre-award and / or draft solicitations for procurement, security classification guides, and Statements of Work (SOW) to ensure compliance with acquisition policy and incorporation of appropriate security clauses. Reviews DD Form 254 (DoD Contract Security Classification Specification) for contracts involving classified information.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of existing security practices IAW Army Regulation (AR) 190-13, the Army Physical Security Program.
• Conducts frequent inspections in compliance with AR 190-51 to ensure that proper physical security safeguards are maintained, and PEO IEW&S personnel are fully aware of such requirements.
• Assesses the facilities' physical acceptability for possession of classified and / or sensitive information.
• Provides technical advice and assistance of types of locks and other security devices authorized for a particular area or use.
• Establishes and maintains an effective visitor control program and access controls to ensure that only authorized personnel are admitted to secure facilities and that individuals who are not cleared but require access are properly escorted. Conducts preliminary investigations of known or suspected penetrations of physical security safeguards.
• Assists with the antiterrorism / force protection program.
• Develops local security policy, monitors deployment and utilization of intrusion detection systems, duress alarms and access control devices to assure adherence to all applicable guidance.

Required Skills & Experience :

Required Clearance :

Qualifications :

Travel :

Less than 10% travel expected for this position.

Work Environment :

This position will be co-located with the customer and other contractors in Government office spaces.

Physical Demands :

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :

This is a full‐time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours.

Additional Information :

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Actual assigned tasking will change with or without notice to best support client requirements.

Total Compensation :

QED offers a competitive compensation package for employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits include :

QED Systems, LLC provides equal employment opportunities for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, creed, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, non-disqualifying disability, or any other protected class.

QED Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M / F / D / V