Industrial Security Specialist 4

About BlueForge Alliance (BFA):

Established in 2022, BlueForge Alliance operates with a culture and singular purpose to serve the men and women defending our nation with the best equipment, platforms, and systems. BFA accomplishes this by strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base. We are specifically focused on advancing and transitioning manufacturing technology; expanding the capacity of the supply chain; and growing and developing the manufacturing workforce.

Position Summary:

The Industrial Security Specialist is primarily concerned with implementing NISPOM Controls, working directly with cleared and non-cleared employees and contractors, instituting physical security measures, managing visitors, guiding security concerns for meetings, and assisting with all other industrial security matters for the enterprise ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies. In addition to the following details, by being a BlueForger, you will be expected to uphold and exemplify our values of Belonging, Selfless Service, Integrity, Leadership, Respect, and Excellence. We uphold these values upon a backbone of humility driven by a culture of safety, vulnerability, and purpose.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in developing, implementing and administering an Industrial Security program, that involves operational security (OPSEC), communication security (COMSEC), security education, policies and procedures, and physical controls to protect BFA people, facilities, and assets and ensure compliance with NISPOM and other government and company regulations/requirements.
• Assists in physical security duties and responsibilities to protect people and property, including access control measures.
• Actively involved in the management of visitors including visitor check-in and escorting.
• Actively involved in the coordination of scheduled meetings and visits held within BFA facilities, particularly classified meetings/visits.
• Assists with Personnel Security matters including but not limited to requesting clearance investigations and reinvestigations in NBIS or legacy systems, managing security clearances within DISS or legacy systems, and initiating cleared visitation requests for meetings and conferences
• Safeguards controlled and classified materials and systems in the protection of government, intellectual, third party and company information from unauthorized disclosures.
• Performs compliance assessment reviews and self-inspections to ensure compliance with government and company regulations/requirements.
• Identifies security related deficiencies and recommends corrective action.
• Assists with administrative inquiries and investigations (e.g., collects and analyzes data, writes reports, conducts interviews, etc.) on personnel, processes and situations to determine level and scope of non-compliance with government and company regulations/requirements.
• Assists in developing and conducting security awareness training and education programs to educate, refresh, and motivate personnel to protect people, property and information.
• Assists in sub-contractor management to ensure compliance with government regulations/ requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to work independently and irregular hours, as required.
• Experience partnering with functional organizations and the ability to solve complex challenges independently and in compliance with written and verbal guidance is required.
• Ability to Master the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Ability to complete all Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency training requirements.
• Must be able to understand and write policies and procedures.
• Understanding of a DoD Contract Security Classification Specification (DD-254)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to a broad and diverse audience.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or ten (10) years or more of related experience.
• Eight (8) or more years of experience within a DoD Security Office or in Industrial Security.
• Security Clearance - Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Remote/Hybrid Location Requirements:

Employees conducting work in a remote (or hybrid) environment are expected to maintain compliance with the employment standards set forth in the Team Member Manual and particularly mindful of the sections related to Remote Work Policy and Workplace Guidelines.

Travel Expectations:

• Expected travel: Minimal to 10%.
• ** Periodic travel to HQ for meetings may be required.

Note:

BlueForge Alliance provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

BlueForge Alliance is a federal contractor, and many of the positions are security sensitive. As such, employment is contingent upon successfully passing required background and drug screens, including without limitation, criminal history check, education verification, credit history, and credential verification. This includes that you will be required to fully execute authorizing documents to allow the Company to conduct such background and other checks.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

The ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, is required. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description outlines key responsibilities, but the position may include additional duties.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $96,000 - $115,000, based on factors such as experience, skills, required location, and available funding. This range reflects the base salary and does not include any possible bonuses or benefits. Actual compensation may vary and will be determined during the interview process and in accordance with applicable laws.

BlueForge Alliance does not accept inquiries or applicants from third-party recruiters.