Assistant Security Manager

Do you have the vision to help shape the future of SCI security across a dynamic, mission-focused organization?

Are you passionate about leading and motivating a team of security professionals?

Are you ready to be the right hand to a group supervisor and help elevate the performance of an entire organization?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our security team at APL!

The Compartmented Security Group within the Security Services Department at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an Assistant Group Supervisor to help lead a dynamic, mission-critical team supporting national security programs across over twenty different government agencies. This role is key to ensuring continued excellence in support to our mission partners, internal stakeholders, and expanding sponsor base.

In this leadership role, you will work alongside the Group Supervisor to provide strategic oversight and day-to-day support for a twenty-five person team of contractor Special Security Representatives (SSRs), Section Supervisors, and Project Coordinators. You’ll be responsible for ensuring compliance, safeguarding classified information, and supporting an array of mission partners across the intelligence and defense communities. As our portfolio expands, so does our need for strategic leadership, collaboration, and innovation. You’ll be joining a team that is highly respected, deeply experienced, and committed to excellence in service and security.

As an Assistant Group Supervisor you will...

• Partner with the Group Supervisor to providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and personnel leadership for the ZPC Group.
• Mentor, coach, and supervise staff, to ensure consistent performance and professional development.
• Oversee and contribute to SCIF operations, inspections, accreditations, and compliance efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, government sponsors, and external partners.
• Analyze group performance metrics and help implement process improvements and efficiencies.
• Contribute to departmental and enterprise-level working groups and initiatives, helping represent security interests across APL.
• Oversee the Group 's budget and execution. This includes, but is not limited to monitoring staffing levels allocated to projects to control spending rates, defining, negotiating and tracking Group level overhead, capital funding allocations and office space. Plan resources for future facility and capital improvements. Work with SECD 's Business Manager to establish methodologies to forecast and track resource needs.
• Execute FPS Leadership Accountability Expectations consistent with APL’s Leadership Attributes: http://FPSLeadership 

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience in security management, operations, or related domains.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of SCI security principles, and experience applying government policies, specifically the Intelligence Community Directive series or DoD SCI manuals.
• Have experience leading or mentoring staff and collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI poly level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
  

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have prior experience in a deputy or supervisory capacity within a security team.
• Have prior experience managing staff within a matrixed organization with multiple reporting responsibilities.
• Are familiar with APL’s security structure and mission sponsor landscape.
• Bring experience with SCIF planning, sponsor inspections, DISS, and Scattered Castles
• Demonstrate a strong ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational support.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Salary : $72,400 - $222,400