Associate Security Specialist

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Associate Security Specialist to join our team! In this role you will provide technical support to classified programs to protect security interests.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Responsible for various elements of government security pertaining to the protection of classified information including personnel security, information security, education and training, and physical security et. al.

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Be knowledgeable and aware of Executive Orders, applicable Code of Federal Regulations, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, Orders, JAFAN and other applicable regulations and requirements that pertain to the National Industrial Security Program.

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Participate in government security inspections, reviews and assessment and conduct self inspections.

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Maintain accountability systems of classified material and ensure appropriate protection of controlled unclassified information.

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Process employees for security clearances, maintain classified document accountability logs, forwards visit requests for classified meetings, implement security plans and procedures for all aspects of the security program.

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Collect and retain foreign passports from cleared employees with dual citizenship.

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Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

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Bachelors degree and typically 4+ years of relevant work experience.

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Demonstrate a broad knowledge of practices and procedures and understanding of government security concepts and principles to solve technical problems.

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Ability to thoroughly understand government and other regulatory agency directives; and a comprehensive understanding of project policies, plans, and procedures.

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Technical Knowledge:

Basic knowledge and understanding of the classified information protection measures of various government agencies including DOE, DOD, and Intelligence Communities directives and others.

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A comprehensive understanding of Project policies, plans, and procedures is required. Experience in a regulatory environment is beneficial. Should be trained or have working experience in the conduct of inquiries of security concern and root cause analysis.

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Knowledge of PCs, Microsoft Office, MS Outlook

PC/Automation Skills

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Maintain knowledge skills of government security software such as JPAS, DIAS, Scattered Castles, SIMS and others. Strong good communication skills (both written and verbal)

Security Clearance Requirement:

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