SPECIALIST - SR. SPECIALIST - Security - Maryland - Regular Part Time

Southwest Research Institute
Annapolis, Maryland 21403 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 09, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    SPECIALIST - SR. SPECIALIST - Security - Maryland - Regular Part Time 16-01491Who We Are: An organization specializing in Defense & Intelligence Solutions.Objectives of this Role: Maryland Office Security point of contact for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and supervision of operations for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF).Ensures accreditation documentation is available for SCIFs and maintains Intrusion Detection Systems.Ensures SCI is properly accounted for, controlled, transmitted, transported, packaged, and safeguarded.Ensures SCI is destroyed by authorized means and in accordance with applicable government directives.Ensures SCI is disseminated only to persons authorized access.Serves as the official channel for certifying, receiving/sending SCI visitor clearances and accesses.Coordinates all facility maintenance projects and performs escort duties for both cleared and uncleared visitors.Investigates security infractions, makes recommendations and prepares required reports.Respond to and work with government security officers/inspectors during inquiries and/or inspections involving classified matters and secure facility requirements.Conduct inventories and investigates any shortfalls involving classified material.Create and update classified inventory database.Complete additional work assignments/tasks as assigned by the Division Security Manager and/or Department Director.Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Open/close or coordinate the open/close of all secure facilities & security containers on a daily basis. Ensure the End-of-Day (EOD) checks occur for all secure facilities, rooms and security containers.Conduct monthly HVAC, ventilation, and inspection port security checks for all secure facilities and rooms.Conduct continuing security education training and awareness programs to ensure cleared staff are kept informed of the requirements and guidelines for protecting classifiedConduct yearly (in some cases semi-annual) above ceiling penetration checks for all secure facilities and rooms.Conduct monthly fire extinguisher checks for all secure facilities and rooms, and any other routine safety and security checks.Support and lead any on site security Audits, to include updating and maintaining documentation.Conduct monthly random personnel security inspections for all facilities and rooms.Support facility needs as required both from a security and maintenance stand point.Serve as one of Division 16's Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSOs – in San Antonio).Attend refresher certification course to maintain CSSO certification.Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Criminology, Criminal Justice or directly related degree field with related experience. 10 years of professional level related work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.5 years: Working in and around classified materials and/or secure facilities.Experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Military Special Security Officer.Experience as a Facility Security Officer or alternate Facility Security Officer.A valid/clear driver's license is required.Salary Range: $36,000 - $50,000Special Requirements: Work assignment is in Maryland. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.Job Locations: Maryland Military Friendly: Your military experience may apply to this positionFor benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .For benefits information at all other locations, click here .An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    SPECIALIST - SR. SPECIALIST - Security - Maryland - Regular Part Time 16-01491Who We Are: An organization specializing in Defense & Intelligence Solutions.Objectives of this Role: Maryland Office Security point of contact for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and supervision of operations for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF).Ensures accreditation documentation is available for SCIFs and maintains Intrusion Detection Systems.Ensures SCI is properly accounted for, controlled, transmitted, transported, packaged, and safeguarded.Ensures SCI is destroyed by authorized means and in accordance with applicable government directives.Ensures SCI is disseminated only to persons authorized access.Serves as the official channel for certifying, receiving/sending SCI visitor clearances and accesses.Coordinates all facility maintenance projects and performs escort duties for both cleared and uncleared visitors.Investigates security infractions, makes recommendations and prepares required reports.Respond to and work with government security officers/inspectors during inquiries and/or inspections involving classified matters and secure facility requirements.Conduct inventories and investigates any shortfalls involving classified material.Create and update classified inventory database.Complete additional work assignments/tasks as assigned by the Division Security Manager and/or Department Director.Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Open/close or coordinate the open/close of all secure facilities & security containers on a daily basis. Ensure the End-of-Day (EOD) checks occur for all secure facilities, rooms and security containers.Conduct monthly HVAC, ventilation, and inspection port security checks for all secure facilities and rooms.Conduct continuing security education training and awareness programs to ensure cleared staff are kept informed of the requirements and guidelines for protecting classifiedConduct yearly (in some cases semi-annual) above ceiling penetration checks for all secure facilities and rooms.Conduct monthly fire extinguisher checks for all secure facilities and rooms, and any other routine safety and security checks.Support and lead any on site security Audits, to include updating and maintaining documentation.Conduct monthly random personnel security inspections for all facilities and rooms.Support facility needs as required both from a security and maintenance stand point.Serve as one of Division 16's Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSOs – in San Antonio).Attend refresher certification course to maintain CSSO certification.Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Criminology, Criminal Justice or directly related degree field with related experience. 10 years of professional level related work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.5 years: Working in and around classified materials and/or secure facilities.Experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Military Special Security Officer.Experience as a Facility Security Officer or alternate Facility Security Officer.A valid/clear driver's license is required.Salary Range: $36,000 - $50,000Special Requirements: Work assignment is in Maryland. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.Job Locations: Maryland Military Friendly: Your military experience may apply to this positionFor benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .For benefits information at all other locations, click here .An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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