Job ID: 111312  The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  Job Summar
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Manager Security
Job Description:

Job ID: 111312 

 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Manager Security for our Bridgeton, MO facility.  The manager will oversee, monitor, and report on all security aspects of the DRS Security Program, DRS Proxy requirements, DRS Security policies and procedures and physical security programs and activities at a DRS cleared facility.  They will implement, manage, and ensure compliance with DRS security policies, procedures and directives.  This position will also serve as primary advisor to the Land Systems Business Unit Senior Security Manager on all physical and industrial security matters pertaining to the safeguarding and handling of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI) and for Proxy Agreement compliance and reporting.

Job Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the day-to-day Security activities of implementing, overseeing, monitoring, auditing and reporting on all Security aspects of the facility to ensure 100 compliance within the scope of the National Industry Security Program (NISP) in order to maintain a security program that is continually compliant with the National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual (NISPOM) and all Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) mandates, and would meet a minimum Commendable level of compliance at all times if DCSA arrived onsite for a Security Review
  • Must have a working knowledge of the NISPOM, and any other polices and directives as necessary by site, to possibly include: Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs); ICD 704, ICD 705, and Department of Defense (DoD) 5205.07 Special Access Program (SAP) Manuals 1-4
  • At certain facilities, may operate and maintain a collateral facility with non-DoD component areas and ensure compliance with government component and company security policies, procedures and directives
  • Implement the DRS Proxy Agreement and classified protection compliance standards as set forth by DRS Security under the NISP and tailor site-specific policies as necessary
  • Serve as the site manager on physical and Proxy Agreement security requirements, with working knowledge of Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence (FOCI) policy and security structure
  • Maintain and assist in the development of compliance standard procedures supporting customer and government agency requirements to include: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Standard Practices and Procedures (SPPs), Operational Security (OPSEC), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Risk Analysis Investigations specific to the facility
  • Assist with maintaining facility security and personnel security documentation and files in accordance with the NISPOM, DCSA requirements and other government or customer policies and procedures
  • Ensure compliance and maintain records for security awareness training including, as required: Annual Security Briefings, Counterintelligence, Espionage, Insider Threat, Courier, NATO, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post-foreign travel briefings, and all other mandated briefings
  • Safeguard and assure accountability of all classified materials and areas in accordance with NISPOM requirements
  • Conduct periodic self-inspections on local processes and practices to ensure Proxy Agreement and component program security compliance; accurately reports security posture to site, group and corporate leadership
  • Oversee badging of employees, visitors, consultants and government representatives to ensure compliance with DRS policy
Job Responsibilities Part II
  • Assist the ISSM with RMF information system accreditation, audits, and certifications
  • Ensure proper training and routine oversight of site reception duties, to include badge handling and processing, visitor control and physical security management
  • Manage visit requests and Cleared personnel visit requests utilizing JPAS
  • Process and manage personnel security clearances using DISS (NBIS) and assist new applicants with the e-QIP process.  Conduct annual clearance justifications and advise leadership when an employee does not meet clearance requirements
  • Obtain access to and keep information current on required government websites to include: DISS, NBIS, NISS, SWFT, eMASS
  • Manage the Operational Security (OPSEC) requirements for all government sensitive programs and ensure personnel cleared on those programs receive initial and refresher training
  • Perform independently, with a group, or enterprise-level security projects designed to enhance the security posture of DRS
  • Responsible for managing and maintaining the company COMSEC account as the COMSEC custodian
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Qualifications
  • Must be a United States Citizen and have a current active Secret Clearance.  Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3 years of Facility Security Officer (FSO) related experience
  • Must already hold or be able to obtain the ISP® certification from NCMS within two years of accepting the position
  • Working knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual (NISPOM)
  • Knowledge of current CUI (ITAR/EAR) regulations and protections is required
  • Able to develop and execute security policy, plans, and procedures
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with peers, customers, and site executives
  • Familiarity with FOCI mitigation processes and procedures, with emphasis on Proxy Agreement management (preferred)
  • Completion of the Center for Development of Security Excellences (CDSE) Facility Security Officer for Possessing Facilities course (preferred)
  • Substantial communication skills to advise customers of company industrial security policies and procedures

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance.

 

The expected pay scale for this position is $85,600.00/year - $122,408.00/year in the state of Illinois. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and spanet and business considerations.

 

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSY

Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
267 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.
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Job Info
Location
Bridgeton, Missouri, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
267 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.

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