Junior Security Specialist Officer (SSO)

Are you enthusiastic about working and collaborating with a highly skilled and motivated team that genuinely enjoys their work? We are currently seeking a security professional to join us on-site as a Junior Security Specialist Officer (SSO) in our Raleigh, NC office.

The Junior Security Specialist Officer (SSO) is responsible for various aspects of security within at our Raleigh, NC office.

This role can encompass a wide range of responsibilities depending on the specific security needs.

The SSO works to protect people, facility, assets, and information from threats and risks.

The SSO will work closely with the Facility Security Officer (FSO), Program Security Officers (PSOs), Cybersecurity teams.

The SSO will report directly to the Senior SSO.

Candidates applying for this position must possess an active Secret level security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI level clearance.

Applications from individuals without an active security clearance will not be considered.

This is a full-time on-site position.

Junior Security Specialist Officer (SSO) Responsibilities include but are not limited to:


*  Security Policies and Procedures: Interprets and enforces government policies and directives pertaining to security policies, procedures, and guidelines to protect data, assets, and personnel.


*  Security Clearance Process: Assist in the initiation of security clearance investigations and reinvestigations for ARA Raleigh personnel using DISS and NBIS databases.


*  Access Control: Manage and control access to our Raleigh facilities, and resources, ensuring that only authorized personnel have the appropriate access rights to Secure Spaces (Badging, etc.).


*  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure physical security measures comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.


*  Security Training: Provide security training and awareness programs for employees to help them recognize and respond to security threats.


*  Security Documentation: Maintain records and documentation related to security, including incident reports and security plans.


*  Other Duties: As deemed appropriate by the FSO and Senior SSO.

Junior Security Specialist Officer (SSO) Required Skills: 


* Knowledge and general experience with US Government online systems, including the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP), and National Industrial Security System (NISS).


* Strong organizational skills and experience with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).


* Professional demeanor, possesses strong interpersonal skills, communicates effectively both in writing and verbally, and excels in a multitasking, dynamic environment.


* A strong sense of personal motivation and initiative to continuously acquire new skills and seamlessly adapt to a ...