Security Specialist II

About the role

BAE Systems Space and Mission (SMS) is looking to hire a Security Specialist to support the Program Security Consolidated Persec, ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Manual (NISPOM) and other applicable manuals. This role supports the SMS PERSEC team with clearance processing, SMS Visitor Control, and Special Programs across the growing sector. It offers an opportunity to further your career and grow your skills in a high-intensity, team-based environment.

The Operations Security & Information Assurance Unit delivers critical assurance disciplines that protect and enable people, data, and missions. We provide a comprehensive approach to managing risk across the enterprise for current and future information environments, applying innovative tools and robust processes to ensure mission and business success.

Responsibilities

• Acquire, review, and process to completion: initial clearances, 5-year clearance reinvestigations, reinstatements, and clearance upgrades.
• Process SMS new hires and terminations in SIMS/DISS.
• Support and process PSQs, foreign travel, and reporting as per Special Program Requirements.
• Maintain working knowledge of SIMS, DISS, eQIP/eAPP, and NBIS.
• Maintain SMS SIMS and DISS records.
• Maintain Persec folders and SharePoint databases.
• Provide and maintain monthly and quarterly metrics.
• Maintain continuity plans relative to the PERSEC office.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Work Environment

• On-site work required: five days each normally scheduled week at the primary work location.
• Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 or more years of related experience. Each higher-level degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from an accredited institution recognized by the US Secretary of Education or US Department of Education.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Polygraph. This position is contingent upon access or briefing approval by the customer.
• Experience with PC and Microsoft Office Software, strong writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience providing briefings or public speaking.
• Strong decision-making and reasoning skills.
• Professional demeanor, good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively, and perform in a multi-tasked environment.
• Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, work independently, analyze problems, and provide focused solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of SIMS, DISS, eQIP, and eAPP.
• Experience conducting or supporting background investigations for security clearance applicants.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $67,406 – $114,590. Individual salaries are determined by factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• A 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage and life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program and a legal plan.
• Perks including discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities.