Security Manager I

Are you looking to use your expert security skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As a Security Manager, you will develop and administer local security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. You will ensure local procedures align with corporate security policies and applicable government regulations. You will work closely with IA/ISSM personnel assigned to the local facility to ensure appropriate local program support. And you will coordinate with other local directorates and business area leadership to identify and support business needs.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Learn more about MST

Responsibilities:
Protects classified government information and manages TS/SCI personnel security clearance and processes and conducts initial and on-going security training and education briefings

Conducts SCIF self-inspections and is the primary POC during SCI-Security compliance audits/inspections

Administers routine aspects of industrial security programs and supports SCI and Special Access Programs in compliance with the NISPOM, 32CFR, DCID, ICD's and other applicable government security directives associated with SCI and special security programs

Uses DISS and other databases to track and maintain clearances

Maintains SCIF visitor control functions

Investigates and report security violations, and incident reports

Maintains a working relationship with each contract's security office for processing and maintaining employee clearances/accesses

Provides follow-up clearance status on processed clearance to manager for specific contracts

Prepares written reports of surveys and inspections

Maintains all security documentation and files in accordance with government requirements

Prepares necessary paperwork in support of federal government investigations or annual visits and meets with federal government representatives upon request

Where applicable works closely with the ISSM concerning accreditation and reaccreditation of classified IS Systems to include user access, auditing, configuration management, documentation, and training in accordance with USG policies and regulations

Manage after-hours alarm response activities

Act as main Security POC for the SNC Business area Headquarters

Support Corporate Security CI initiatives and government reporting activities

Provide security assistance to other SNC locations when requested and support the Security Director with special tasks as assigned.

Must Haves:
Bachelor's degree in security management, systems security, cybersecurity or related discipline

Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education

Typically, 8 years of experience in a Security role

2+ years of management, supervisory or team lead experience required

Minimum of 1-year experience in managing Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or Special Access Programs (SAP)

Extensive knowledge of both government and industrial security to analyze evaluate and interpret current security requirements

Current, active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility required prior to start

Preferred:
Ability to balance security requirements with SNC’s mission, goals, and culture

Strong communication skills, strong critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities

Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions

High degree of attention to detail

Must be able to interpret the intent of available guidelines and use considerable judgment in applying them to individual situations. Must have good written and verbal communication skills

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.