Special Security Representative (SSR)

Special Security Representative (SSR) - 50636

Responsibilities: Maintain an understanding of the supported Programs technology, operational and/or RDTE activities to enable the programs and ensure the programs compliance with applicable security standards. Serve as a subject matter expert on sponsors sensitive compartmented information (SCI) security requirements. Coordinate with government SSO and Laboratory CSSO counterparts. Anticipate issues and resolve in a secure manner. Write and enforce security plans, procedures. Oversee and/or provide SCIF security administration. Ensure information systems and networks comply with contract requirements by working with the assigned Information Assurance Officer (IAO). Assist PMs in interpreting, applying and complying with Security Classification Guides. Ensure appropriate accreditations are in place for facilities and systems. Conduct, manage, coordinate SCI personnel, information, physical and technical security actions and procedures according to applicable security practices and manuals. Conduct SCI security briefings, indoctrinations and debriefings; obtain signed non disclosure agreements and perform related personnel security actions. Conduct annual self inspections; facilitate prepublication reviews; investigate and resolve SCI security infractions. Represent the interests of the Lab in interactions with government security counterparts; participate in government-industry working groups; attend government-sponsored symposia. Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience. 5 or more years experience in SCI or compartmented program support to include at least 2 years of professional-level experience. Strong personnel security and customer service capabilities. Experience working with Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and similar Federal security directives. Understanding of the Intelligence and Homeland Security Communities. Proven ability to multitask efforts without sacrificing quality work products. Ability to provide security support to multiple programs. Evidence of strong writing, organizational skills and follow-through. Able to interact professionally with staff at all levels to include flag officers. Proven track-record of successfully solving problems given short deadlines. Understanding of government personnel data bases such as JPAS, Scattered Castles, SIMS, and E-Qip. Desired Qualifications: General understanding of security principles associated with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Security Requirements: TS/SCI Clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for an SSBI and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. Preference for current SSBI. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship. Special Working Conditions: Will be working in a closed environment; extended hours periodically required; some local and out of area travel required. Benefits: APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. To Apply: For more information about our organization or to apply, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu/employment, click "Search Job Postings and Apply Online", select "Advanced Search" and search for Job Opening ID 50636. Equal Employment Opportunity: Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce.