Battelle · 2 days ago
Government Security Specialist
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expBattelle is a research and development organization that manages national laboratories and delivers critical services for various clients. They are seeking a Security Specialist II to support the Government Security Office, responsible for safeguarding classified information and ensuring compliance with security regulations. The role involves collaborating with the Facility Security Officer and managing security clearance processes.
Biotechnology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ability to work independently and cohesively within a team atmosphere
Assist with the security clearance process for staff members, consultants, and key management personnel (KMP)
Coordinate clearance requirements for classified meetings and provide security clearance information for classified visits/certifications to government and cleared industry facilities
Interprets security regulations and provides expertise with respect to security clearance management, fingerprinting, background investigation packets, release forms, security briefings, and debriefings
Serve as a liaison with US Government Clients for security compliance matters
Responsible for security program self-inspections and preparations related to client inspections. Prepare and maintain official records auditable by US Government representatives
Create security educational materials; provide briefings; facilitate security awareness training
Assist with UL2050 semi-annual requirements for secure spaces to include escorting into secure spaces
Maintain and update secure room rosters for secure areas
Provide proposal support, as needed to include writing Security Volumes, OPSEC, or specific security program plans
Escort uncleared staff into program areas for extended periods of time
Responsible for updating internal database of record such as SIMS and tracking training dates and safes
Assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with the overall security program
Manage DD254 contracts close out process
Assist with program compliance as it relates to supporting classified programs
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience as a CSSO, CPSO, or FSO
Experience with client security databases such as DISS, NBIS, and NISS
Experience with Windows computer operating systems and SharePoint
Must be a US citizen
Active Top Secret Clearance, or immediate eligibility for a Top Secret clearance
Ability to travel to attend meetings and training (less than 5 percent of time)
Benefits
Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Company
Battelle
Battelle Memorial Institute is a nonprofit research and development organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$422.1MKey Investors
Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)National Science Foundation
2023-11-08Grant· $6.1M
2023-09-22Grant· $416M
Leadership Team
Lou Von Thaer
President and Chief Executive Officer
Aimee Kennedy
SVP of Human Resources
Recent News
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