Industrial Security Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Job Summary 

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Industrial Security Specialist III/IV. As a member of the Personnel Security team, you will be responsible for the administration and compliance of personnel security clearances and accesses. You will support the corporation in meeting mission requirements by ensuring all security clearances are properly processed to government customers. You will provide on-site support for all security actions in accordance with corporate and governmental polices and directives.    

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Administers, executes, and ensures adherence to company and government regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the protection of government programs. 
• Conducts SCI security indoctrination briefings, foreign travel briefings and termination debriefings. 
• Assists in designing, implementing, and conducting security training, briefings, and education programs. 
• Working on various complex government and internal databases. 
• Processes security clearances and accesses in accordance with government regulations, provides guidance on the completion of security paperwork, and tracks all clearance submissions.
• Provides management with clearance status reports 
• Conducts fingerprinting, processes visit requests, and reports incidents to government customers. 
• Maintains security clearance records, tracking and metrics. 
• Interface with government customers, contractors, employees, and all levels of management. 
• Handles Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and must possess discretion in handling clearance information. 
• Conducts self-inspections/audits in compliance with government regulations.
• Submits incident reports to government customers, provides guidance on reporting responsibilities, and assists employees with clearance issues.
• Updates and writes procedures and corporate policies.

What You Need to be Successful 

Minimum Requirements for the Industrial Security Specialist III: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years of experience
• Current DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.  U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Knowledge of government security regulations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of handling sensitive but unclassified information
• Be customer service orientated and able to multitask
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Industrial Security Specialist IV include:

• 10 years of experience
• Knowledge of DISS or other government clearance databases

How You Can Stand Out 

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Current TS/SCI eligibility, with adjudicated poly
• Completion of the FSO certification for Possessing facilities
• Knowledge of DISS, NBIS, and SIMS,  databases<