Security Specialist

Job DutiesEnsures classified-information control measures and classification guides are maintained, distributed, and updated as required.Applies information-security requirements to safeguard classified information, equipment, and sensitive material from loss, compromise, or unauthorized disclosure.Conducts inventories of classified documents, equipment, and sensitive material; reconciles discrepancies; and recommends corrective actions.Reviews and approves Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD Form 254) for contracts involving classified information.Provides contractors security-classification guidance for classified information received or generated under a contract.Coordinates contractor employee security-clearance actions with appropriate security offices.Evaluates personnel-security investigations and related information for adequacy, authenticity, relevance, and sufficiency.Determines whether interim security-clearance eligibility should be granted or denied and requests additional investigative information when needed.Provides guidance and recommendations to command officials when derogatory information is identified.Administers and provides oversight for two or more assigned security programs, such as information security, industrial security, personnel security, or security education and training.Conducts security inspections and surveys; evaluates findings; identifies program deficiencies; and recommends or implements corrective actions.Analyzes security-program metrics and resource requirements to assess the installation security posture and recommend program, staffing, budget, or procedural improvements.