**Job Description Summary**

As the Lead Programs Security Specialist, you will function as the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO). You will be responsible for the proficient execution of duties pertaining to Special Access Program personnel security, physical security, and information security. You will be responsible for implementing security processes necessary to protect classified information, with strict adherence to NISPOM, JSIG, ICDs and other applicable Executive Order and DOD regulations.

**Job Description**

**Roles and Responsibilities:**

+ Operate and maintain a security education, training and awareness programs including indoctrinations, annual refresher training, debriefings, and event specific training.

+ Train larger number personnel.

+ Operate and maintain a document control system and conduct annual inventories.

+ Operate and maintain a visitor control program including processing incoming and outgoing visit certifications, visitor reception, and escort.

+ Operate and maintain a personnel security program including proficiency in the initiation, recertification and continual maintenance of security clearances.

+ Utilize personnel security databases such as JPAS.

+ Coordinate and work directly with the government customer and government support offices, building management staff, and host security/facility managers for all facility related issues, special events, and operating procedures.

+ Operate and maintain an information security program that includes the transmission, receipt and distribution of classified information, storage and accountability of classified documents, and the training of others in marking and classification requirements.

+ Work as a member of a small team.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 4 years of professional experience OR associate's degree with minimum of 7 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 9 years of professional experience

+ Minimum 3 years of professional experience.

+ Candidate must have the ability to work in a high tempo environment and manage work under pressure.

+ Candidate must be accustomed to working in a controlled environment with change and security policies consistent with government/enterprise.

+ Candidate must have demonstrated customer support, interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ **Note:** Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

**Eligibility Requirement:**

+ Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

+ Security Clearance: DOD Secret (adjudicated within the last six years)

**Desired Characteristics:**

+ Strong oral and written communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

+ Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

+ Established project management skills.

**Note:**

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

**Additional Information**

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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 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:** No