Site Security Officer

Lubbock

42330BR

Critical Infr Security Inst CISI

Position Description

The Site Security Officer (SSO) will supervise and direct security measures for the Critical Infrastructure Security Site. The SSO is required to take applicable training courses to understand fully the complexity of the requirements levied by their duties. Experienced in developing, administering, and/or overseeing security procedures and programs for classified or proprietary materials and documents. Candidates should have experience in coordinating and processing security clearances. Experience in implementing federal security regulations and obtaining rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations. Experience conducting security education classes. This job is fully on-site and includes being on-call to respond to incidents at the facility.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

CISI brings together research in a variety of disciplines to find solutions that decrease the vulnerabilities of the electric grid, water utilities, and other infrastructures that are critical to our region, state and nation's economies.

Major/Essential Functions

• Act as classified system Point of Contact (POC) and maintain access and coordination with system administrators.
• Serve as Points of Contact (POC) for guards regarding secure spaces.
• Manage and provide on-sitephysical securityof a complex family of facilities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor security policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with federal regulations (e.g., NISPOM, DoD 5220.22-M).
• Manage personnel security clearance processes, including initial applications, reinvestigations, and periodic updates.
• Send visitor access requests for official travel through DISS.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for personnel.
• Oversee physical security measures such as access control, visitor management, surveillance systems, alarms, and badge systems.
• Conduct security education, training, and awareness (SETA) programs for cleared personnel.
• Prepare for and participate in audits, inspections, and self-assessments conducted by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or other agencies.
• Conduct security briefings and debriefings.
• Conduct periodic self-inspections of the security program.
• Keep the National Industrial Security System (NISS) updated.
• Maintain adherence to the DD-254.
• Investigate security violations and incidents; prepare and submit appropriate reports.
• Coordinate with IT staff to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements for classified systems (e.g., RMF, NIST standards).
• Maintain required security documentation, records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and safety compliance related to security.
• Liaise with government security agencies and internal and external customers in support of program-related activities.
• Maintain SCIF accreditation, integrity and all associated requirements for monitoring and response.
• Responsible for installation and accreditation of client systems.
• Provide guidance, oversee, and direct SCIF construction.
• Provide proposal response write-up and guidance.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field, with at least 3 years of experience in security administration or equivalent experience in the military, federal government or contractor supporting federal government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• US Citizen.
• Prior experience as an SSO.
• Facility Clearance (FCL) knowledge.
• In-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA procedures, ICD705, and other DoD security regulations.
• Working knowledge of the Defense Information Systems for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain discretion with sensitive information.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Research Administration

Job Sub Family

Research Compliance

Annualized Pay Range

$139,800 - $181,800 - $223,700

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

Yes

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.