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Director-Gov Security

Columbia, Maryland

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Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP-enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Our National Security Team supports the intelligence community, providing, operating and assuring critical voice, video and collaboration services for the full spectrum of operations.

AT&T has an opening for a Director of Government Security in our Columbia, MD office, with ten years minimum experience in a DoD or other U.S. Government (USG) Industrial Security program and at least 5 Years Intelligence Community experience with an in-depth knowledge of IC Security Program management and government security policy and regulations. Successful training as a U.S. Government Contractor Special Security Officer or completion of the Facility Security Officer training through the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency and/or commensurate USG experience training. Experience must include supervision or management of a team or staff.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provides direct management and oversight to the staff supporting government programs/customers.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of program security procedures commensurate with government policy and regulations.
  • Develops and maintain relationships with outside government agencies and corporate entities.
  • Interprets government security requirements and provides guidance and resolution for program enablement.
  • Initiates and coordinates the development and implementation of security procedures, manuals and revisions for
  • classified facilities and/or programs.
  • Recommends strategy, goals, and plans for the successful support and execution in the classified program security
  • environment(s).
  • Interprets government security requirements and provides guidance and solution for program activities.
  • Assists the business with the retention of existing contracts and capture of new opportunities.
  • Provides leadership and oversight to junior level employees. Develops human capital and resource plans to
  • achieve organizational objectives.
  • Supports goals and objectives, which contribute to the financial and business success of the government security
  • organization.
  • Influence achievement of broader, more functional objectives in line with overall corporate strategy.
  • Works closely with AVP and other Directors to develop a robust streamlined government security program.

Required Clearance

TSSCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

  • Energetic and creative individual ability to think outside the box and provide an innovative approach to security and the implementation of automation to work smarter and create consistency.
  • Experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), DOD or other US Government (USG) Industrial Security programs and an in-depth knowledge of the (IC, DOD or other government security regulations.
  • Knowledgeable of current SCIF Construction standards, ICD 705.
  • Experience with the development of Program Security CONOPS and OPSEC Plans.
  • Ability to Coach, develops, and effectively lead a team with constructive feedback ensuring ownership and accountability.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or 10 years’ experience, associate’s degree or 15 years’ government security experience.
  • Minimum 5 years supervising or managing security professionals. Can be employees or subcontractors.
  • Possess a general understanding of all Public Laws, Executive Orders, directives, regulations, and policies associated with Intelligence Community (IC) Security requirements.

This includes a working knowledge of both ICDs, as well as

  • the Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs) used by the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) as a means of disseminating national security policy and requirements relative to gaining and maintaining access to TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) materials and spaces. 
  • Candidate must maintain eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and a successful polygraph.

Desired Qualifications

  • Facility Security Officer (FSO) or other security professional training through the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) or comparable U.S. Government (USG) personnel/physical security training.
  • Experience working in a team environment within a professional office setting.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Our Director, Government Security earns between $158,200 - $237,400. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Columbia, Maryland

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.



Job ID R-63637 Date posted 04/10/2025
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