Security Specialist
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Security
Cybersecurity, Information Security, Security Manager -
IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security, Security Manager
Security Specialist - _COMPANY_1.1)
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Requisition #
_COMPANY_1.1
Job Title
Security Specialist
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Holloman Air Force Base, NM 88330 US (Primary)
MQ-9 Holloman (NM) - NM US
Category
Operations
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITIONResponsible for obtaining and maintaining security clearances for facilities and employees. Responsible for compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Vocational or other post-high school training.
Training and Experience :
Two (2) years' experience in automated information systems security and program security. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance is required.
General
Skills:
Must be able to prioritize tasks, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, handle multiple tasks, coordinate and plan projects, detail oriented and flexible with work assignments.
Computer
Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Security Clearance: Current or able to obtain a security clearance of “Top Secret” or above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Performs daily security related tasks of the Special Security Representative (SSR) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) roles for the Holloman FTU.
- Provide comprehensive security guidance and recommendations to the FTU staff in support of program requirements, across traditional and non-traditional security disciplines to include, but not limited to:
Operational Security (OPSEC), Communications Security (COMSEC), Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) and Physical/Facility Security. - Provide tailored, embedded security support the Holloman FTU’s Secure Facilities (Bldg. 319 & future Bldg. 205).
- Manage daily access to secure facilities.
- Develop and coordinate all authorization documentation
- Implement security controls, monitor system security posture, audit user activity, and maintain and update documentation.
- Work with system administrators to validate patching, system hardening, and compliance.
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
- Maintain an inventory of hardware and software for multiple information systems.
- Perform security audits in accordance with established procedures.
- Take corrective action to resolve problems identified and ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Assist in all phases of the security authorization process for assigned information systems.
- Perform self-inspections, provide security coordination, and review all system test plans.
- Assess the impacts on system modifications and technological advances.
- Review systems to identify potential security weaknesses, recommend improvements to amend vulnerabilities, implement changes, and document upgrade.
- Provide life-cycle protection and security risk management for assigned facilities.
- Apply information system security principles, procedures, and practices.
- Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
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