The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking an Industrial Security Specialist todevelop & administer security programs in support of our high-performance silicones business serving the Aerospace & Defense industries.

This position reports to the NuSil Industrial Security Manager / Facility Security Officer and will be based out of Carpinteria, California.

What we're looking for:

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree with three years of Industrial Security or related experience. In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of applicable work experience may be substituted.
• Must have a working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and/or NIST SP 800-171, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Additional Qualifications Required:
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must have and be able to maintain an Active U.S. Government security clearance.
• Demonstrated understanding of security processes is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong interpersonal skills as required to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, and fellow associates.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Candidate must have and be able to maintain an Active U.S. Government security clearance at the Secret level with a background investigation date within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Possess a thorough understanding and working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), relevant NIST standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171/172).
• Familiarity of DD-254 Implementation Requirements.
• Proficient with NISS / NCAISS, DISS.
• Must be able to adapt to a fast paced and challenging work environment and must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated positive working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently and follow projects through to completion.
• Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Keep current and advise on federal and defense regulations, policies, and instructions related to Aerospace and Defense Acquisitions, cybersecurity, physical security, information security, and personnel security.

• Have excellent problem-solving abilities and experience with security measures for information security, physical security, personnel security, and cyber security.

• Be able to identify security risks and implement efficient and effective solutions.

• Assist in maintaining the Company FCL and Insider Threat Program in compliance with the NISPOM.
• Create and update security policies, procedures, and instructions related to the protection of classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and export controlled information.
• Maintain working relationships with government agency representatives and prime government contractors.
• Submit & maintain personnel security (PCL) applications for DoD security clearances.
• Conduct and track status verification of all employees, consultants, visitors, vendors, etc. with (requested) access to NuSil sites & IT systems.
• Participate in the development and execution of security education and training programs.
• Manage access control responsibilities including badge system administrations, alarm system administration, visitor policy, and key control.
• Implement change orders related to cybersecurity in compliance with regulatory requirements (NIST, CMMC, DFARs, etc.).
• Investigates security violations and conduct security audits, preparing reports specifying preventive action(s) to be taken.
• Assist in managing the Material Handling Plan and physical access to controlled areas.
• Provide guidance on the appropriate classification markings for ITAR, EAR, CUI, FCI, and classified data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement, and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.