The General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) Security team is currently seeking an experienced individual to serve as a Security Associate. The individual will report to the Global Security Manager, and will manage various duties and responsibilities associated with supporting multiple classified contracts.

Responsibilities include:

• Document control encompassing receiving documents, taking them into accountability, destroying documents and shipping documents in accordance with the latest government regulations.
• Responsible for briefing and debriefing cleared employees.
• COMSEC custodian responsible for receiving & shipping items and tracking assets in accordance with established procedures. Responsible for dealing with internal and external customers
• Responsible for the storage area and accountability of Arms Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E), to include receiving and distributing AA&E items.
• Responsible for changing combinations in rooms and areas.
• Responsible for answering alarms after hours within a specified time frame and engaging with service provider.
• Review, coordinate, update and communicate revisions to security program governance documentation e.g. policies, procedures, and Standard Practice (SP) manuals.
• Maintain an accurate accounting of GDLS personnel in the Department of Defense security clearance system of record.
• Responsible for entering visit requests on behalf of internal customers.
• Support security clearance process for internal employee population in the government system of record.
• Advise personnel of their reporting requirements, both personal/administrative and compliance/incident-related as required in DoD 32 CFR, Part 117.
• Process visit authorizations for personnel assigned to contracts that require cleared access.
• Support Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) reverification
• Support onboarding & off boarding employees
• Responsible for briefing and de-briefing all employees traveling to high risk areas and tracking their travel.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

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  Bachelor's degree preferred but relevant experience in an Industrial Security environment will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Eligible to obtain & maintain security clearance at the TS level.
• Attention to detail will be critical for the position.
• Adherence to schedules and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and accomplish tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite & ability to learn relevant other software programs.
• Ability to respond to alarms after hours at the facility within a specified time frame.
• Some travel may be required.
• The Security Associate typically works in an office environment with regular visits to manufacturing areas and warehouses. Visits to manufacturing areas require the ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs, as well as lift 40 pounds.