Industrial Security Specialist

About the role

The Industrial Security Specialist position at Avantor/NuSil is responsible for developing and administering security programs to support the company's high-performance silicones business in the Aerospace & Defense industries. This role reports to the NuSil Facility Security Officer and is based in Carpinteria, California.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the implementation of the company security program, enforcing policies, procedures, and instructions related to physical security, information security, and personnel security.
• Assist in strengthening the company's security posture by implementing operational and tactical security goals.
• Create and update security policies, procedures, and instructions related to the protection of classified information, CUI, and export-controlled information.
• Maintain working relationships with vendors, government agency representatives, and prime government contractors.
• Manage access control responsibilities, including badge system administration, alarm system administration, visitor policy, and key control.
• Analyze security systems data to improve compliance and security awareness.
• Investigate security violations and conduct security audits.
• Manage the Material Handling Plan and physical access to controlled areas.
• Provide guidance on appropriate classification markings for ITAR, EAR, CUI, FCI, and classified data.
• Participate in the development and execution of security education and training programs.
• Facilitate communication and engagement with associates across departments/functions on security-related topics.
• Support the Facility Security Officer in other security-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Legal Studies, Information Technology, or Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of industrial security or related experience, or four years of applicable work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Active U.S. Government security clearance at the Secret level with a background investigation date within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time.
• Familiarity with NIST standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171/172).
• Possession of a thorough understanding and working knowledge of the NISPOM, DFARS, and relevant NIST standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171/172).
• Experience with NISS / NCAISS, DISS.
• Proficiency with basic office automation tools such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of security processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers, suppliers, and associates.

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with security measures for information security, physical security, and personnel security.
• Ability to identify security risks and implement efficient solutions.
• Knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and relevant NIST standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171/172).
• Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

Avantor offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Specific details can be discussed during the interview process.

Pay

The expected pre-tax pay range for this position is $69,000.00 - $110,975.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

Schedule

The Industrial Security Specialist position is full-time and permanent.