Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) has an immediate need for a Security Specialist in the Raleigh area. In this role, you will perform daily functions in support of a rapidly growing security program on behalf of the U.S. Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. As a recipient of the 2018 James S. Cogswell award, the ARA-IMS security program maintains the highest level of integrity and security excellence. This is a full-time, on-site position (40 hours per week). Successful applicants will display the highest degree of personal and professional integrity and possess the ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and be flexible as priorities often shift.

In this position, you will assist the Security Matters Experts (FSO, SPSO & Team Manager) in ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs). Responsibilities will include personnel security, document management and accountability, and administrative functions in support of the security program including partnering with Security Matters Experts via a task ticketing system to meet classified program needs.

Some of the tasks needed to satisfy this position include processing and tracking clearance applications, fingerprint submissions, and visit requests as well as tracking employee foreign travel and coordinating travel briefings as required. Additionally, you will maintain document accountability to include classified transmissions and semi-annual inventories. This position will also serve as part of the after-hours security alarm response team. Opportunities for advancement exist within the Security Department and beyond.

Security Specialist I Required Skills and Abilities:

• Active Secret security clearance (selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment). Due to the nature of the work performed, U.S. citizenship is required
• High School Diploma and 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational & administrative skills as well as oral & written communication skills
• Ability to work well with all levels of staff and customers
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment while maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• Possess the ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly

Security Specialist I Desired Skills and Experience:

• TS//SCI adjudication
• Experience with the NISPOM, DoD Directive 5200.01, volumes 1-4, and ICD 705
• Experience with DISS, NISS, ACCS, SWFT, and the e-Qip database system
• Experience with Access Commander or similar security database
• Experience working with federal/government agencies or defense contractors
• CDSE FSO Curriculum for Possessing Facilities (required within 6 months of hire)

To find out more about the Integrated Mission Systems Sector visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/raleigh/

Experience

• 5 year(s): Relevant work experience
• 2 year(s): Administrative or office experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Secret Clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)