Program Security Representative (PSR)

About the role

We are seeking a Program Security Specialist (PSR) to provide top-notch security support in a dynamic and rich R&D environment. The ideal candidate will primarily serve as the Program Security Representative on multiple Special Access Programs and/or Sensitive Compartmented Programs, providing expertise in all security functions.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Interact 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.
• Collaborate routinely with all levels of APL program security leadership, including 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.

Qualifications

• 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 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 5205.07, Vols I - IV, ICD 705, JSIG, or RMF).
• Have 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.
• 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.

About Us

Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. We celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. 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 providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.