Personnel Security Manager managing security program and team at Kentro. Ensuring compliance with security requirements and process improvements in a government contracting environment.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) responsible for managing all facets of the Personnel Security Program, to include clearance processing, incident reporting, training, and continuous evaluation requirements.
Provide direct supervision to security team members, including workload oversight, performance management, training, and day-to-day task delegation.
Own and manage the organization’s security posture; lead audits, assessments, and security reviews to maintain ongoing compliance.
Develop, implement, and improve security policies, SOPs, and workflows to enhance program efficiency and alignment with regulatory changes.
Mentor/Advise all Suitability & Clearance POCs across all contracts and at a corporate level.
Oversee processing and adjudication of personnel security actions in DISS, NISS, NCCS, and other government systems.
Engage proactively with DCSA, government security officials, and subcontractors to ensure seamless coordination and risk mitigation.
Partner with security vendors to support the operational needs of 200+ cleared personnel across multiple programs.
Ensure timely submission of reinvestigations, incident reports, foreign travel reporting, and visit requests.
Plan, schedule, and review all briefings and debriefings (initial, annual, derivative classification, insider threat, and foreign travel).
Manage work with the Security partner firm, and work towards full utilization of platform and support team.
Develop a compliant program for tracking and monitoring all Public Trust Tiers without the use of a security partner platform.
Manage all reporting for clearances for Kentro, and joint ventures.
Maintain compliance with NISPOM, DoDM 5105.21, contract-specific security requirements, DD254s, and customer directives.
Lead self-inspections, support government security reviews, and track corrective actions to resolution.
Coordinate with PMs, HR, Contracting, and senior leadership on security requirements for new awards or proposals.
Lead new initiatives that improve security operations, strengthen compliance, or enhance employee awareness.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement automation or reporting improvements.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on security risks, trends, and program optimization.
Requirements
5+ years of experience supporting Personnel Security within Government or Government contracting.
FSO certification, and 2+ years of experience as FSO (AFSO experience considered depending on the size of the team supported). Strong work experience in DISS/NBIS, NISS, NCCS, eApp, and related systems.
5+ years managing personnel and advising on security processes
Bachelor’s Degree. (4 additional years of experience with the Government Contracting industry will be considered in lieu of a degree)
2–5 years of experience supporting DoD or IC programs, in a cleared environment.
Familiarity with NISPOM, ICD requirements, government security compliance processes, CMMC compliance, and CUI initiatives.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort with data/document management tools.
Strong understanding of Personnel Security, Industrial Security, and Insider Threat requirements.
Preferred: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to interact professionally with customers and leadership.
Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
Experience working directly with DCSA and/or IC customers
Experience working on CMMC certification and levels
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off
healthcare benefits
supplemental benefits
401k including an employer match
discount perks
rewards
Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development
flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking
we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations
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