Lead Security Specialist

Job Description Summary
The Lead Security Specialist on the Personnel Security (PERSEC) Team will help integrate and develop processes that meet needs across the organization, manage complex issues within PERSEC, contribute to long-term planning and executing the overall business strategy. The role of the PERSEC Lead Security Specialist also aides in the development, implementation, and maintenance of personnel security procedures as required by 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) and the Department of Defense Manual (DOCM) 5205.07.

Job Description
Job Title

Personnel Security Specialist (PERSEC)

Company Intro/About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of aircraft engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military customers. We operate with an unwavering commitment to integrity and a strong focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, delivering mission-critical outcomes for customers who depend on secure, compliant execution.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview

This role supports the Personnel Security (PERSEC) function within the classified security organization. The position partners closely with internal stakeholders and adjacent security disciplines including Information Security (ISO) , Information Assurance (IA) , and Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSOs) to maintain a cohesive, compliant security posture aligned to government and customer requirements.

Role Overview

The Personnel Security Specialist is responsible for executing day-to-day PERSEC activities that enable secure program execution, including processing personnel security actions, managing accesses and visit requests, supporting inspections, and maintaining strong compliance to government and customer regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple programs and projects in a high-tempo environment.
Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with government and customer regulatory requirements related to personnel security.

Inspections & Reviews: Assist with security reviews and assessments, including DCSA site visits, customer visits, formal self-inspections, and related preparation/closeout activities.

PERSEC Processing & Systems Execution: Use JADE, DISS, NBIS, e-APP, and SWFT to initiate and track personnel security actions, program accesses, visit requests, continued access activities, and associated documentation.

Policies, Procedures, and Standardization: Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining PERSEC policies and procedures to support consistent execution and audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers. Collaborate across PERSEC, ISO, IA, and CSSO teams to drive an integrated and robust security approach.

Corrective Action & Problem Solving: Identify root causes for personnel security issues, develop solutions, and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.

Program/Project Management: Manage multiple programs and projects simultaneously, ensuring commitments are met and stakeholders are informed.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; or high school diploma with at least 4 years of progressively responsible security experience supporting U.S. Government classified programs. Minimum 4 years in Industrial/Special Programs/Personnel Security.

Clearance: Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance and SAP access.

Closing

At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).


Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes