Corporate Security Specialist

At System High, We Burn Blue.
That’s more than a motto, it’s our mindset.

To Burn Blue means showing up with unwavering integrity, excellence, and purpose. We hold ourselves to the highest standards because the mission, the nation, and our teams depend on it.

We lead with expertise, act with ownership, and always stay a step ahead. Our people are empowered to make smart decisions, move with urgency, and deliver results that matter. Our customers trust us because we bring relentless commitment and a deep sense of responsibility to everything we do.

If you're ready to make a real impact and serve something greater than yourself, you're in the right place.

At System High, a Ridgeline Company we don’t just protect national security—we elevate it. As a Corporate Security Specialist, you'll become an integral part of a high-performing team driven by ownership, first time quality product excellence, and a relentless commitment to protecting our nation’s most critical information and assets. If you are an owner who is ready to make an immediate and lasting impact by delivering proactive security solutions across complex DoD and IC environments, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• As a member of the Corporate Security Team, you will provide day-to-day multi-disciplinary security support in coordination with numerous security programs/activities to ensure compliance with Government and customer policies and procedures.
• Administer and coordinate Department of Defense and other industrial security programs onsite, assisting the Facility Security Officer with maintaining security compliance with 32CFR, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Provide applicable security guidance and interpretation to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist the Corporate Security Team in the maintenance and management of all personnel security records including, but not limited to clearance statuses, training compliance, access rosters, PIFs, and visit requests (VARs)—in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures.
• Assist the Corporate Security Team in the performance of Alternate Contractor SAP/Special Security Officer duties as assigned by the Industrial Security Manager in accordance with Government and customer policies and procedures.
• Assist in the creation and facilitation of onboarding, refresher, and remedial training as required. Provide required briefings to all cleared personnel via various mediums.
• Assist the Corporate Security Team with after hours alarm notifications received from the monitoring company. Must be able to respond within one hour when scheduled.
• Assist with the processing of all Foreign Travel reporting requirements and tracking of compliance across all cleared personnel.
• Partner with the Corporate Security Team and Program Managers in the quality assurance review process of all external deliverables to ensure a first-time quality product.
• Assist the Facility Security Officer and Contractor SAP/Special Security Officer with required self-inspections as needed.

What Success Looks Like in 6 Months

• You’ve taken ownership of key security databases and program access processes and alongside your team, implemented improvements that increased accuracy in external deliverables, product quality, and reporting efficiency.
• You’ve built strong working relationships within your team, internal stakeholders and external partners across the DoD and IC community.
• You’re recognized as a go-to equal partner on your team to advise on Corporate Security matters and consistently hold to compliance and operational readiness to achieve mission success.
• You have achieved certification as a Facility Security Officer for Possessing Facilities.

Must Haves

• High school diploma required; advanced coursework or certifications in Program Security and/or Facility Security Officer preferred.
• 1–3 years of direct experience in DoD or Intelligence Community security programs, with a working knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures.
• Completion of position related CDSE Correspondence Courses preferred.
• Active Secret Clearance required by start date.
• Exceptional work ethic, ownership in craft, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on professionalism and discretion.

Why Join Us?
There’s no better place to launch or level up your career. We’re committed to investing in your growth and well-being with industry-leading benefits and development opportunities, including:

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options

• Group life, voluntary term life, and accident insurance

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Commuter benefits to ease your daily travel

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Tuition assistance for continued learning

• 401(k) with generous company match

• Generous paid time off, including vacation and floating holidays

• Exclusive retail discounts

• A supportive culture where you're known by name, not just by title

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system, please contact Ridgeline's Talent Management Department at (703) 544-2424 or contact us through e-mail at [email protected]

This job description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities of the role but is not an exhaustive list of all duties required. Additional tasks, responsibilities, and assignments may be necessary based on business needs.

In compliance with federal law, all new hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification documentation upon hire.

System High is a military-friendly employer. Our extensive work supporting the U.S. government provides veterans with an opportunity to continue serving their country in a new and meaningful way while building a successful civilian career.

System High Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and consider candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.