Security Specialist

Applied Research Solutions is looking for a Security Specialist to support the Agile Combat Support (ACS) Directorate at Robins, AFB. This position will need experience specifically related to Department of Defense Security functions and the capability to support assigned security tasks and support personnel in the analysis, support, specialty, security/or functional capability of the task. The Contractor shall provide analytical and technical security management support for daily operations functions managed by the USG. This position will interact and coordinate with lateral organizations or external agencies to facilitate day-to- day operations of the ACS Directorate.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the implementation of the Information Security program to ensure classified material is protected according to DOD, USAF, AFMC, and local directives
• Provide support for DD 254 Forms and sending/receiving visit request approvals and other projects as assigned
• Assist with the implementation of the Industrial Security program to ensure all industrial security rules and policies are followed according to DoD, USAF, AFMC, and local directives
• Provide assistance in completing personnel security investigation paperwork, review packages for accuracy, and assist with tracking personnel security clearances
• Maintain a Defense Information System for Security (DISS) account at all times to receive/send visits and perform other personnel security action in the program
• Assist personnel with completing personnel security investigation paperwork, review packages for accuracy, and assist with tracking personnel security clearances
• Maintain a DISS account at all times to receive/send visits and perform other personnel security action in the program
• Must be familiar with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, Physical Security Standards for Special Access Program Facilities
• Assist in conducting annual refresher security training for security procedures
• May be required to open/close and alarm/disalarm ACS secure facilities as part of their daily
• Assist with the implementation of the Resource Protection, Force Protection, Operations (OPSEC) Security, and Anti-Terrorism (AT) programs in accordance with DOD, USAF, AFMC, and local directives
• Assist with the development and maintenance of time-phased, event-driven Security Classification Guides (SCGs), Program Security Directives (PSDs), Technology Assessment and Control Plans (TA/CPs), and Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Assist with the development and/or maintenance of the Physical Security requirements for USG facilities/organizations to include preparing all required documentation for secure facilities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must have an active Top Secret Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• 12 years of relevant experience

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.