KRI Security Administrator I

About the Opportunity

This job description isintended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this isnot intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This is a 1-year fixed term position.

JOB SUMMARY

KRI aims to drive rapid development prototyping and transition of tech innovation to the industry and defense agencies to maintain technological superiority over other nations in a secure development space. Staff faculty and students work closely with experts from industry government and academia translating discoveries into revolutionary new technologies materials and systems.

Reporting to the Facilities Security Officer the Security Administrator I acquires the knowledge and skills to support all domains of industrial security: Information System Security Officer (ISSO) alternate Contract Program Security Officer (aCPSO) and Industrial Security Generalist. The Security Administrator I will also assist with expanding our Co-Op program as well as supporting and engaging with Northeastern University Faculty for services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of facility security systems and access controls IT security principles and technologies and federal security regulations. Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and proficiency writing supporting documentation. Skills required include analytical perseverance problem solving resourcefulness and verbal/written/presentation communications. Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through a bachelors degree (often in security management criminal justice or related field) and experience writing and implementing Construction Security Plans (CSPs) managing the day-to-day operations of a possessing facility and writing supporting documentation. Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances. Applicants are required to have completed the CDSE (Center for Development of Security Excellence ) Facility Security Officer for Possessing Facilities training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

• Support classified computing environments with responsibility for implementing and enforcing the cybersecurity compliance directives with hands-on execution and oversight.

• Create sustain and enforce standard operating procedures developed from government compliance documents/regulations (NISPOM DFARS DAAPM JSIG etc.) while still being able to interpret and troubleshoot requests and tasks of volatile complexity.

• Utilizes a wide variety of cybersecurity technologies and tools and requires knowledge and experience with a comprehensive selection of Information Technology skill sets. ISSOs will be required to maintain COMPTIA Security or equivalent IT certification.

Alternate Contract Program Security Officer (aCPSO)

• Assist the CPSO in performing program security tasks and duties with internal and external customers.

• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR/SCI related programs to include the use of SIMS JPAS and Scattered Castles.

• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.

• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications.

• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments.

• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation.

• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements.

• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes.

• Interpret and implement security classification guidance.

• Support the development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs and programs Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

• Attend support and participate in program meetings staff meetings and telecons.

Industrial Security Generalist Track:

• Support the Collateral DoD Industrial Security Program by helping develop Initial and Refresher training Insider Threat reporting requirements Self-Inspections across all cleared KRI locations submit visit requests and foreign travel in DISS and take fingerprints for initial and upgraded personnel clearances.

• Responsible for Kostas Building access control and managing the Kostas visitor list.

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Expected Hiring Range:

With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.