Special Security Representative
Description
Job Posting Title
Special Security Representative
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Hiring Department
Applied Research Laboratories
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Position Open To
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
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FLSA Status
Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date
Immediately
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Position Duration
Expected to Continue
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Location
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
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Job Details
Purpose
Assist the Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) in maintenance of security standards and compliance of requirements set forth in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, Intelligence Community Directives, DoD 5105.21 and/or DoDM 5205.07 series manuals for specific projects.
Responsibilities
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Assists the CSSO in performing personnel security tasks including but not limited to: coordinate and submit program access requests; maintain personnel files; make required reports to cognizant security agencies (CSA); maintain access rosters; visitor control and meeting coordination.
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Performs functions needed for the maintenance of special programs under the CSSO’s portfolio. Initiate and track security actions required by government regulation, approved standard operating procedures and CSSO guidance. Assist in auditing and monitoring of local security policy for special programs. Conduct self-inspections, respond to sponsor inquiries and review related documents for accuracy and completeness. Assist PIs in meeting security administrative requirements. Administer compliant security education, training and awareness, and update records accordingly.
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Assists the CSSO in performing information security tasks including but not limited to: document control, security log maintenance and file retention; incident investigation and reporting; CDRL tracking and management; standard operating procedure monitoring and enforcement. Develops classified information inventory, tracking and data transfer procedures within special programs information system.
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Assists the CSSO in performing physical/technical security tasks including but not limited to: maintain access lists; coordinate alarm response and investigation; perform random inspections; coordinate alarm testing and maintenance.
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Assists the CSSO in developing security plans and tracking POAM actions necessary for meeting government compliance requirements. Assists in coordination actions required to obtain approval for construction and modification of secure working space.
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Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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HS/GED.
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Seven years of related experience with two years providing security support in a classified Department of Defense (DoD), special access program (SAP), and/or sensitive compartmented information (SCI) environment.
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Strong communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; and ability to work with people in a team environment.
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Demonstrated experience with database management and workflow software.
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Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Employment will be contingent on selected applicant submitting application for access and receiving notification of eligibility within a time period to be specified in the job offer. If eligibility is confirmed within the specified period, employment must begin within 30 days of confirmation of eligibility. E ligibility for access to all levels of classified information authorized by the project sponsor(s) must continue without interruption during employment, including the successful completion of security polygraph examination(s), as required by the sponsor(s).
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree.
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Five years of experience providing administrative security support in special access and/or sensitive compartmented information environments.
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Two years assisting a Facility Security Officer (FSO), or CSSO.
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Knowledge of Special Access and Sensitive Compartmented Information programs and government regulations.
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Current eligibility for access to classified information at the level required for this position.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Visit our website ( www.arlut.utexas.edu ) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
- Retirement contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Salary Range
$67,128 - $88,914+/negotiable depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
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Standard office conditions
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Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
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Use of manual dexterity
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Some weekend, evening and holiday work
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Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
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Resume/CV
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3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
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Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of T