General Dynamics Land Systems · 17 hours ago
Security Associate
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Land Systems is a business unit of the global aerospace and defense company General Dynamics, focused on delivering engineering and manufacturing capabilities for military vehicles. The Security Associate will develop and manage security programs, oversee facility security, and ensure compliance with government regulations regarding classified information.
AerospaceManufacturingMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Security Program Management : Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive security programs in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
Facility Security : Oversee the security of company facilities, including physical security measures, access control, and surveillance systems
Personnel Security : Manage personnel security clearances, including processing, tracking, and maintaining records in accordance with government requirements
Classified Information Protection : Ensure the proper handling, storage, and dissemination of classified information and materials
Security Training : Conduct security awareness training for employees, ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures
Incident Response : Investigate security incidents and violations, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions
Compliance Audits : Conduct internal security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies
Liaison : Serve as a primary point of contact with government security agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders on security-related matters
Documentation and Reporting : Maintain accurate and up-to-date security documentation and prepare required reports for government agencies
Integration and Development : Help integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, and contribute to long-term planning and executing the overall business strategy
Compliance : Ensure compliance with all government regulatory requirements across the contracting and program life-cycle, with particular emphasis on the National Industrial Security Program (NISPOM)
Clearance Processing : Coordinate with employees to assist them through the process of obtaining/renewing security clearances through DISS
CAC Reverification : Manage the Common Access Card (CAC) reverification process
Document Control : Support document control activities in the Security Office, including logging, auditing, destruction, and transferring classified documents
Classified Meetings : Support classified meetings on-site
Visit Requests : Coordinate classified visit requests and approval of unclassified visit requests
Identity Management : Manage approvals of Identity Management (IDM) requests for non-employees
Security Briefings : Conduct security briefings and debriefings
Investigations : Participate in investigations of security violations
Contract Security Guard Oversight : Support oversight of contract security guard force
Implementation Manuals : Prepare implementation manuals outlining regulations and establish procedures for handling, storing, record keeping, and granting personnel and visitors access to classified materials
Security Program Development : Develop, administer, and audit security programs for compliance with government regulations associated with the protection of classified material
Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of experience in industrial security, preferably within the defense industry
Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered
Must be a U.S. Citizen capable of obtaining a Secret Security Clearance
In-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DoD regulations, and other relevant security guidelines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in security-related software and tools
Preferred
Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification or similar is preferred
Benefits
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%)
Educational Assistance
9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
Onsite cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
GDLS specializes in the design, development, production, support, and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Massimilla
Global Vice President of Engineering, Design and Technology
Recent News
2025-12-31
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