Director, Industrial Security

Who We AreMHI Ship Repair & Services is a major marine repair and conversion contractor serving the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, Maritime Administration and Commercial ship owners and operators worldwide. Our shipyard is conveniently located in the Mid-Atlantic region at the port of Hampton Roads, Norfolk Virginia.Position SummaryThe ISD supports the Vigor Marine Group corporate security team and has primary responsibility for leading the industrial security program in the planning, development, and execution of NISP security activities, and will advise and support Facility Security Officers (FSO) managing security programs under the NISP. The position serves as the principal advisor to the Government Security Committee (GSC) concerning the protection of classified information, controlled unclassified information, and other proprietary technology and data subject to regulatory or contractual control by the US Government. The ISD shall assist in the establishment and administration of all intracompany procedures to prevent unauthorized disclosures and export of classified information, controlled unclassified information and technologies. This includes identification, assessment, and monitoring of export controlled information and technology risk, and the development of appropriate controls under the direction of the Empowered Official and in consultation with other subject matter experts.Essential FunctionsThis list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities.Ensures NISPOM requirements are fully met within Vigor Marine Group cleared entities to ensure compliance with the NISPOM for all classified programs with DD254 (Contract Security Classification Specification)Maintain and implement all plans, processes, reports and communication necessary to comply with the company's FOCI mitigation instrument with DCSALiaise with senior leadership, including general counsel, senior management, and GSC on matters involving NISPOM and FOCI complianceEngages with and provide guidance to company FSO's with oversight of NISPOM-directed requirements, to include developing and maintaining Standard Practice and Procedures (SPP), and management of FCL requirements, and regulatory and DD 254 contract security requirements, to include ITAR / Export complianceProvide oversight of COMSEC account, and compliance with applicable NSA regulationsProvide day-to-day administration of FOCI compliance activities applicable to NISP imposed requirements for FOCI mitigated companiesProtects government, intellectual, third party and company information from unauthorized disclosures and export through development, implementation and administration of an affiliated operations plan, technology control plan, electronic communications plan, visitor security plan, facility location plan, and other NISP imposed requirementsSupport the development and implementation of effective export compliance training and education program, to include initial, and refresher training as requiredManage corporate industrial security education program, e.g. design updates to annual training, publish security awareness notices, and participate in other security awareness venuesProvides metric-based measurement of risk, compliance, and security posture including report outs to Executive leadership and other stakeholdersMaintain effective relationships with business leadership, functional counterparts, government contracting activities, federal oversight and partnering agencies to address security concerns, requirements, and complianceSupport government reviews and auditsSupport Vigor Marine Group's corporate security program to ensure protection of sensitive and proprietary information, assets and employeesPerforms and supports other security activities when necessaryJob ScopeThis position operates within general parameters of the business unit, but requires a self-motivated candidate that is capable of working in an independent or team environment with minimal direction. The candidate must possess the confidence to make critical security decisions concerning high value contracts and to implement security procedures that will prevent unauthorized access to company and government facilities or information. The candidate will be required to support security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, develop and execute security activities to ensure company policies and procedures comply with government requirements.Supervisory Responsibility1-5 direct reports, oversight of external partnersInterpersonal ContactsThe individual communicates both verbally and written with executives, managers, other team members, company employees, and external customers. He/she provides regular verbal and written status reports to same group. The position represents the Company through formal and informal interactions with multiple customers, and government agencies.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced, diverse environment, while maintaining attention to detail and exhibiting strong leadershipAbility to problem solve, prioritize duties and assignments, and monitor all aspects of an export compliance security programExperience in working directly with external customers on contractual requirements, program security reviews, and remediation activities when requiredBroad knowledge and experience with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and various DoD security directives and regulations to include DoD 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information, and ITAR / Export complianceHas demonstrated experience and knowledge with Government programs including DD254s Contract Security Classification Specifications, Security Classification Guides, FAR and DFARSExperience establishing, building and maintaining complex internal and external customer relationshipsApplicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Some program travel may be requiredRequirementsExperience dealing directly with Federal government agenciesBe a U.S. CitizenAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Personnel Security ClearanceAbility to do local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 20% of the time with noticeEducation and Experience15+ years of relevant experience supporting NISP activities, or other Government ITAR / Export compliance programsMust possess a broad knowledge of ITAR and Export administration regulations, 32 CFR Part 117, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual rule, and DoDI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information.Degree preferred, but not requiredCertificates, Licenses, and RegistrationsCertificate of Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities from the Center for Development of Security dustrial Security Professional (ISP) certification or equivalent certification (Preferred but not required)Export Compliance Officer certification (Preferred but not required)Physical DemandsWork is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate noise. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 20% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work EnvironmentWhile in production areas, the individual will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dust and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.MHI Ship Repair & Services offers competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.Affirmative Action / EOE Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17