Security Generalist / Tyndall AFB

About the role

This position will perform duties as a Security Generalist, providing security support for classified areas at the F-35 Pilot Training Center. The role involves a mix of operational security tasks, compliance enforcement, and program administration to ensure the protection of classified materials and export-controlled data.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors, pilots, and visitors using the facility.
• Operate badging and access control systems; monitor security camera systems.
• Perform random searches and enforce all USAF and local security procedures and practices.
• Control access to secure facilities and handle/storage of classified documents and electronic media.
• Monitor compliance with COMSEC and COMPUSEC; act as COMSEC/SVRO Custodian as needed.
• Assist with file plans, documentation maintenance in classified containers, change combinations, and generate SF 700s.
• Support self-inspections and prepare for customer inspections.
• Perform and document vault alarm tests; assist in security investigations.
• Escort un-cleared personnel within classified areas.
• Support first, second, or third shift operations, including weekends as needed.
• Occasional business travel, including deployment and detachment support in austere locations to support F-35 security operations outside Tyndall AFB.
• Develop, administer, and audit security programs for compliance with government regulations related to classified material and export-controlled data.
• Execute security programs for proprietary information in compliance with corporate policies.
• Support contractual security requirements for Special Access Programs (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), or DoD collateral classified programs.
• Serve as a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO), or Security Representative.
• Study and implement federal security regulations (e.g., JAFAN/JSIG, ICD, NISPOM).
• Work with U.S. Government customers to seek contract execution approvals and security rulings or deviations.
• Manage quality, schedule, and cost expectations while maintaining fundamental security requirements.
• Prepare implementation manuals outlining regulations and procedures for handling, storing, and granting access to classified materials.
• Develop and conduct security education classes.
• Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive actions.
• Apply business-minded and risk-managed solutions to security challenges and communicate recommendations to leadership.
• Process clearances, customer visits, and support classified meetings.

Requirements

• Secret security clearance with an investigation or Continuous Vetting (CV) date within the last 5 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Experience working in classified areas and with classified materials.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; excellent customer service skills.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Joint Strike Fighter security requirements.
• Experience working in a military environment.
• Ability to work well independently and in group settings.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of ICD 705 and/or DoD Manual 5205.07.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $44,500 – $82,700. Note that the salary offered considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10 workweek).
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Education Assistance.
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (performance-based and not guaranteed).

For Washington state applicants only:

• Non-represented full-time employees accrue at least 10 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) per month for incidental absences and receive at least 90 hours for holidays.
• Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month, up to 52 hours of sick leave annually, and receive at least 96 hours for holidays.
• PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Schedule

• Assigned shifts (first, second, or third) should be stable but may change to support mission requirements.
• Weekend work may be required as needed.