Industrial Security Specialist - Secret Clearance

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!Allied Universal® is hiring a Industrial Security Specialist, a remote work from home position that requires the ideal canddiate to have or be able to obtain a current Secret Clearance obtained by the US government The position of Industrial Security Specialist entails administering electronic security clearance questionnaires (Standard Form 86 - SF86), conducting access indoctrinations and debriefings, and delivering security clearance-related training. Additionally, responsibilities include administrative Personnel Security (PerSec) procedures such as database management, file review, electronic form submission, and coordination of required security clearance briefings. The Industrial Security Specialist will undergo a government security investigation and must meet the criteria to access classified information by holding an active SECRET clearance or being able to obtain and maintain one. This full-time remote role necessitates the employee to maintain reliable internet access to support the responsibilities.To find out how one obtains a Secret Clearance, please click on this link: How to Obtain a Secret Clearance from the US Government (https://www.intelligencecareers.gov/security-clearance-process)RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organize and maintain employee information for clearance processing using Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), and eApp

Assist security clearance applicants throughout the SF86 security application process/nomination packages

Receive and review DD254 packages; coordinate with client representatives to process security clearances and classified visits to the assigned site(s)

Educate Allied Universal personnel on the Code of Federal Regulations Title 32 Part 117, NISPOM

Ensure that Allied Universal personnel adhere to company policies and government regulations

Troubleshoot issues and address inquiries from federal investigators, account managers, and cleared personnel

Manage electronic application (eApp) case files for initial personnel security investigations and continuous vetting

Provide employee assistance throughout the security application process

Conduct mandatory briefings and gather all necessary reporting information from employees

Use multiple internal and government security databases

Oversee client account portfolios and collaborate with managers to facilitate visit and access processing

Effectively interact with all levels of personnel, both internal and external, through oral and written communication

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

Must possess, or be able to obtain an active SECRET clearance issued by the Department of Defense or have the capability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance

Must be a United States citizen (required to obtain clearance)

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office

Must have a high skill level in communicating to high level leadership through emails

Must be able to direct others on how to complete government clearance request forms

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Prior experience working in the industrial security program for a commercial or government entity

Knowledge of legal, government personnel security documents, and National Industrial Security Program (NISP) terminology

BENEFITS:

Have ability to work remote and maintain a flexible schedule to meet all job requirements, by permission of the Vice President of NISP Compliance

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements

Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days

Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

#LI-EC1Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.comIf you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.comIf you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .Location: United States-Ohio-ColumbusJob Category: Legal, Security Officer