Description
Job Description
The Collateral Audit & Compliance Specialist is responsible for leading BAE's independent security assurance and compliance program across the collateral environment. Reporting directly to the Director of Security, Assessments & Investigations, this role provides objective oversight of security compliance, audit readiness, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts. The position operates independently from mission-support security functions and can be expected to:Lead and manage the segments collateral security audit, compliance, inspection, and risk assessment programs.Develop and implement audit methodologies, compliance monitoring processes, and risk-based assessment strategies.Validate self-inspections, government security reviews, compliance assessments, CMMC evaluations, and CORA readiness activities.Prepare the organization for DCSA, and program sponsor-led inspections and assessments.Evaluate security controls, classified facility compliance, access control procedures, safeguarding practices, and physical security requirements.Develop compliance metrics, dashboards, and executive reports to measure program effectiveness and identify trends.Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen security performance and reduce risk.Support policy development, governance initiatives, workforce training, and organizational awareness programs that promote a culture of compliance and accountability.Support SAP SAV team as required
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Required Skills and Education
Minimum of High School Diploma with 5 or more years in like backgroundActive US Secret Clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCIInterpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated success leading enterprise-level audit, compliance, inspection, or assessment programs and supporting government inspections.Strong knowledge of NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117, CUI requirements, DAAG, ICDs, DO Manuals, DoD security regulations, CMMC 2.0, NIST frameworks, risk management principles, and audit methodologiesFamiliarity with security management software, such as SIMS and government databases such as DISS (Defense Information Security System). Knowledge of business software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office, etc.Comfortable responding to off-hours emergencies and local/overnight emergency/planned travel as needed
Preferred Skills and Education
Bachelor's DegreeExperience with SAP, SCI, and compartmented security programs.Experience managing DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments and other government oversight activities.Experience implementing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and leading enterprise continuous improvement initiatives.Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CRISC, Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), ISO 19011 Lead Auditor, or related security and compliance credentials.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.