Security Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

The Security Specialist reports directly to the Senior Security Manager and assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of security procedures as required by the Department of Defense (DOD) and the National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM).  Assist with the management of personnel security clearances to include coordinating initial clearance submissions and periodic reinvestigations with employees, providing guidance and instruction to employees to ensure completion of security paperwork. Additionally, supports the Senior Security Manager with the Security Education and Awareness Program, Document and Data Control and other support activities. 

Responsibilities 

• Administer personnel security clearance processes to include coordinating initial clearance submissions and periodic reinvestigations of staff, providing guidance and instruction to staff to ensure completion of security paperwork, collection of ink or electronic fingerprinting of initial clearance candidates, and providing follow-up clearance report status on processed clearances to managers for specific contracts.
• Provide and document new employee security briefings, exit interviews and debriefing.
• Assist FSO with the maintenance of company security files and assist with annual Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) audits as needed. 
• Perform access control responsibilities including managing badges, access cards and visit requests, as required.
• Act as the Alternate COMSEC Custodian, maintaining accountability for DOD and IC programs to include encryption devices, and classified communication networks. Maintains required security databases.

Qualifications 

• 4 years of experience with industrial and personnel security BS or BA preferred.
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with DCSA policies, the NISPOM, and other government security directives.
• Experience with handling of Personal Identifiable Information (PII).
• Experience in the preparation of DD254 forms.
• Active TOP SECRET level security clearance.
• Must be aware of present-day security issues.
• Knowledge of the other security disciplines, including information, physical, and COMSEC.
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to balance and prioritize work.
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Hands-on working knowledge with JPAS, E-QIP, NCAISS, DISS, NISS, and other security related databases to include completion of DSS courses and Personnel Security Management and Introduction to DoD   Personnel Security Adjudication.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

BENEFITS 

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation