Who We Are:

The Security department oversees the overall security of the Institute. The Security department specializes in: Physical Security, Personnel Security, Information System Security, Communications Security, and Information Security. By joining our team, you will received an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes)!

Objectives of this Role:

• Process individual federal security clearances.
• Assist individuals with proper completion of required documents.
• Data entry into government databases such as DISS and NISS.
• Ensure databases are correct and current.
• Coordinate with government agencies in matters concerning personnel security.
• Ensure department complies.
• Oversee and maintain department files.
• Ensure that all required documents are properly secured and available.
• Receive incoming security correspondence and forward to appropriate security offices.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Use PC applications to review and input electronic personnel security questionnaires for transmission to U.S. government.
• Update various security databases, general filing, answer employee general security questions.
• Fingerprint applicants for security clearances.
• Organize workload, prioritize tasks, and consolidate data and prepare reports.
• Any additional duties as assigned by Manager.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Administrative courses preferred
• Current Secret security clearance is required
• 6-10 years: Experience processing personnel security clearance requests
• Information entry into government databases such as DISS, NISS
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word/Excel and databases
• Basic understanding of business office functions
• A valid/clear driver's license is required

As required by Executive Order 14042, all SwRI employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected for employment, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by December 8, 2021, or before reporting to work with SwRI if after December 8, 2021. SwRI will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of SwRI a legally required exception from this requirement.