Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Security Manager located at Lackland AFB – San Antonio, TX.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Detailed Description:

• Complete training requirements IAW DoDM 5200.01, Volume 3, Enclosure 5 within 6 months of assuming duties.
• Train security assistants within 6 months of assuming duties. (T-0) The Wing Information Protection can assist with development of the training prior to execution.
• Ensure initial orientation and refresher training is conducted for all cleared and uncleared personnel IAW DoDM 5200.01, Volume 3, Enclosure 5.
• Notify Wing Information Protect Office of security incidents and coordinate actions.
• Notify the Wing Information Protection Office when areas/rooms are considered for open storage/secure room/vault or when new facility designs contain plans for these areas.
• Update assigned personnel accesses in JPAS. (T-1) Monitor and act on JPAS notifications.
• Use JPAS to in-process and out-process all unit personnel.
• Ensure all products, services and PIT have completed the appropriate evaluation and configuration processes prior to incorporation into or connection to an IS or PIT system.
• Maintain and report IS and PIT systems assessment and authorization status and issues in accordance with DoD Component guidance.
• Coordinate with the organization’s security manager to ensure issues affecting the organization's overall security are addressed appropriately.
• Assembles the security authorization package, consisting of the updated security plan, the SAR, and the POA&M.
• Continuously monitors the system or information environment for security relevant events and configuration changes that negatively affect security posture.
• Periodically assesses the quality of security controls implementation against performance indicators, such as: security incidents; feedback from external inspection agencies (e.g., OIG DoD, Government Accountability Office (GAO)); exercises; and operational evaluations, including Director, OT&E, assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

Minimum Qualification

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active TS/SCI required.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting SCI and SAP environments
• Ability to integrate with other organizations/teams and develop a highly effective working relationship with the customer
• Experience working with a multi-level classified environment

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD SAPCO certification

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)