Security Manager

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Security Manager to lead and oversee the company’s Security Program. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. Primary Responsibilities: • Reports to ASRC Federal Vice President of Security and Facilities. • Provide security oversight and management for ARS contracts, ensuring proper implementation of the industrial security program and full compliance with company and customer requirements. • Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of security professionals. • Coordinate with ARS/ASRC Federal personnel and government officials at all levels to ensure compliance with NISPOM, Contract Security documents and Program Classification Guides. • Work with ASRC Federal/ARS leadership to make critical security decisions for high-value contracts and implement procedures to prevent unauthorized access to facilities or information. • Apply effective risk-mitigation strategies to address complex security challenges. • Deliver day-to-day oversight and direction to security personnel regarding program operations, personnel clearance processing, program reviews, document control and security audits. • Work with the ASRC ITPSO on investigations and reporting related to security violations or infractions, including receipt/dispatch/destruction logs, mail logs and visit certifications. • Prepare and disseminate security requirements, guidance, and procedures. • Guide security personnel on maintaining accurate and compliant personnel and program records and interpreting policies related to processing, dissemination and control of classified material. • Collaborate closely with program managers, functions and management to ensure understanding of program operations. • Develop Security Volumes for Request for Proposals. Basic Qualifications • Must be a US citizen • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required. • Bachelor’s degree and/or 8+ years of relevant experience. • Experience managing multiple programs to include collaborating with leadership, program leadership and other functions. • Knowledge of the security discipline, including managing complex projects and process improvements. • Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM, other government regulations (e.g. Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), and Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs) as well as customer specific policies and directives. • Self-starter capable of independently managing tasks. • Commitment to security and delivering the highest value to customers. • Strong background utilizing Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. • Ability to interpret ASRC Federal/ARS and government security policies and apply them to program operations. • Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements of ICD 705 to meet contractual needs, experience with SCIF Buildouts from start to finish. • Proven ability to manage Sensitive Compartmented Information programs. • Experience creating training including initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings, and refresher briefings, as appropriate. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualificat…