Job Abstract

The Opportunity:

Avantor (Nusil) is looking for a Head of Security to develop security programs and lead the security organization that supports our high-performance silicones business serving the Aerospace & Defense industries.

This is a full-time position that reports to a member of the Nusil executive leadership team and will be based out of Carpinteria, California.

What we’re looking for: 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with six years of relevant security experience or four years of relevant security experience with Master's degree.
• 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: 

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must have and be able to maintain an Active U.S. Government security clearance.
• Must have completed or will complete within 3 months of hire the FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Course and the Insider Threat Program Management Course (available online through DCSA).
• Demonstrated understanding and implementation of security programs and processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong interpersonal skills as required to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, and fellow associates.
• Experience leading or mentoring other personnel in a team environment.
• 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 comprehensive understanding and proficient 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).
• Understanding and familiarity of DD-254 Implementation Requirements.
• OPSEC program experience.
• Proficient with NISS / NCAISS, DISS, DIBNet.
• 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: 

• Have excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, combined with demonstrated experience implementing security measures for information security, physical security, personnel security, and cyber security.
• Be able develop and manage all aspects of security with minimal direction from management, easily identifying security risks and leading a team to implement efficient and effective solutions.
• Keep current and work to ensure business compliance to federal and defense regulations, policies, and instructions related to Aerospace and Defense Acquisitions, cybersecurity, physical security, information security, and personnel security.
• Manage the Company System Security Plan (SSP), Facility Clearance (FCL), and Insider Threat Program in compliance with the NISPOM.
• Initiate and manage personnel security clearances (PCL) Key Management Personnel and other employees requiring access to classified information.
• Create, review and update security policies, procedures, and instructions related to the protection of classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and export controlled information.
• Maintain & grow working relationships with government agencies and prime government contractors to support business needs.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and provide guidance to leadership, Avantor and local IT, and Cyber Security.
• Manage and maintain the security incident response plan (including leading investigations and providing recommendations to leadership)
• Develop and maintain security education and training programs.
• Facilitate effective management of access controls including badge system administrations, alarm system administration, visitor policy, and key control.
• Review and approve change orders related to cybersecurity and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (NIST, CMMC, DFARs, etc.).
• Investigate security violations and coordinate security audits, reviewing reports and ensuring required corrective and preventive action(s) are effectively implemented.
• Manage 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.
• Lead a team of security professionals to ensure consistent application of the leadership characteristics that are expected of all employees within the organization.
• Ensure all Security department performance objectives as well as key milestones and deliverables are met.
• Drive employee engagement across the team and facilitate organization-wide collaboration with the Security organization.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development/mentoring to Security professionals at all levels.
• 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.

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.com and 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.

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