Security Manager

SRC, Inc. is currently seeking a Security Management Specialist for the 645th Aeronautical Systems Group (AESG) at Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake, California. Responsible for supporting a variety of developmental and operational test programs by executing security management activities, database administration, and information management functions. Duties include the documentation, tracking, oversight, and compliance management of Big Safari programs, as well as the administration of Top Secret (TS) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security programs.

Provides comprehensive security support across the Big Safari portfolio, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, and program-specific security policies, procedures, and requirements. Coordinates with program personnel, government agencies, and security stakeholders to safeguard classified information, maintain accreditation requirements, and support mission-critical test and evaluation activities.

What You'll Do 

 Personnel Security & Access Management

• Process SCI access requests for government personnel, contractors, and subcontractors, including all prerequisite eligibility verification activities
• Maintain accurate records of personnel clearances, SCI billets and associated databases

Security Program Management

• Perform information security functions including access control, access tracking, security reporting, and compliance monitoring
• Maintain Monitor and verify security databases detailing clearance status, accesses, and program affiliations of cleared personnel
• Monitor, document, and process foreign travel notifications, approvals, briefings, and mitigation requirements
• Support classification management and security administration activities for programs
• Assist with the preparation, coordination, and management of DD Form 254, DoD Contract

Security Classification Specifications 

• Security Compliance & Assessments
• Prepare for and participate in security self-inspections, staff assistance visits, inspections, and program reviews
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs), and security operating instructions
• Support classified holdings accountability, inventories, and records management requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable DoW and Air Force security regulations

SCIF Operations

• Support Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) operations, openings, closures, inspections, and day-to-day security requirements
• Participate in after-hours alarm response and security incident support as required.
• Assist with facility security procedures necessary to maintain mission readiness and compliance.

What You'll Bring 

• High school diploma and 6+ years of experience in security related disciplines OR associate’s degree and 4+ years of experience OR bachelor’s degree and 2 + years of experience
• An active TS/SCI clearance is required 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in security disciplines including personnel, industrial, physical, information, acquisition, or program security. Desire 5 years’ experience supporting classified programs
• Eligibility to hold Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Understanding of personnel security clearance processing, access management, and visitor control procedures
• Experience utilizing security databases and systems such as Scattered Castles, JPAS, DISS, NCAISS, and other SCI-related databases
• Experience conducting personnel security reviews, eligibility determinations, and security interviews
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database management tools

Ways to Stand Out 

• Experience supporting rapid acquisition programs and test teams  
• Proven ability to support multiple test programs

What Sets Us Apart?
SRC, Inc., a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of China Lake, California is estimated at $80,000 to $93,00 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website. 

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