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Company Overview:

In-Q-Tel (IQT) is a not-for-profit that serves and powers the national security interests of the U.S. and its allies, providing the most sophisticated source of strategic technical knowledge, insights, and capabilities. IQT powers its partners ahead of the curve through cutting-edge research, strategic investments, exploration and applied research, and acceleration of capabilities.

Job Overview:

Implements the security and counterintelligence policies and programs for In-Q-Tel which impact our partners, employees, and portfolio companies. This position is responsible for administering and executing a strong security program in compliance with the 32 CFR Part 117 (“National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual (NISPOM)”], Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and associated corporate policies and directives. This individual will also be responsible for complying with all security related matters as described in the IQT Contract and Description of Work (DOW).

* This is a 40 hours a week on-site contract position *

Responsibilities

• Maintain current security plans, policies and procedures
• Enforce IQT compliance with the corporate security plan, as well as any security requirements imposed by the government contract partner
• Manage security clearance requests for IQT staff and IQT portfolio company personnel
• Ensure that security indoctrinations and access briefings are conducted with personnel approved for security clearances
• Respond to and comply with all security requests by the Contracting Officer & COTR
• Conduct background due diligence on new and current staff, as needed
• Assist with the administration and execution of the security education program for all staff and cleared contractors
• Support and enable daily operations of the Controlled Access Area at IQT Headquarters
• Assist with physical security infrastructure, manage access control systems for IQT offices, and assist with physical security measures at outreach events attended by USG representatives
• Manage classified information processing, including classification/declassification, safeguarding, access, reproduction, accountability/retention, dissemination, and disposition/destruction.
• Conduct internal document audits and take corrective actions.
• Process incoming and outgoing Visit Requests. Coordinate security clearances for large meetings

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance but active ISSA with poly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 3 years’ experience supporting DoD or IC security operations; specifically familiar with NISPOM and ICD requirements.
• Knowledge of personnel and physical security best practices
• Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.