Security Specialist - Entry Control

About the role

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Security Specialist - Entry Control. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of clerical and administrative tasks to support security department functions
• Identifies, prioritizes and schedules work assignments that impact internal programs
• Creates and maintains accurate records as assigned by management
• Fabricates, issues and receives company identification badges and maintains database accuracy
• Performs duties in an industrial security office to process and maintain personnel security clearances for employees and consultants
• Interviews employees and consultants to verify accuracy of data and assists in the completion of government personnel security questionnaires and related documents
• Processes incoming and outgoing classified visit arrangements and facility security verifications as required
• Verifies clearance and safeguarding ability of associate contractors and subcontractors
• Processes initial and updated security container documents and controlled area access lists
• Investigates and reports database and file discrepancies to management
• Audits and controls classified data and establishes a tracking methodology while keeping management informed of any deficiencies
• Ensures all required security-related paperwork is completed, filed and distributed properly
• Schedules security awareness briefings and educational training
• Provides instruction and assistance to all personnel in the conduct of security administration activities
• Participates in recurring government security audits
• Reviews required company and government security records and reports discrepancies to immediate supervision
• Responds to routine employee security matters and refers more complex issues to appropriate security supervision
• Maintains a computerized document control system, a periodic review system and tracks status

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work performed within our facilities

Skills

• Ability to pass all pre-screening requirements
• Ability to effectively document actions and circumstances
• Good computer skills including standard business applications
• Good ability to anticipate potential problem areas and resolve issues
• Clear understanding of policies and procedures including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual
• Ability to follow instructions and guidance and possesses exceptional organizational skills
• Good customer service skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor and behavior
• Ability to be discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to actively participate within the security team and display positive behaviors

Pay

Target salary range: USD $25.45/Hr. - USD $27.30/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.