Personnel/Physical Security Specialist Internship

The Personnel/Physical Security Specialist will support the Program Security team through administration of DCSA approved security clearance and investigation systems (DISS, NBIS, SWFT, NISS) as well as training to own the physical aspect of program security by taking control of a SCIF. The Personnel/Physical Security Specialist will use these platforms to learn how to: Send/approve/verify classified visits and meetings between organizations, process foreign travel requests for cleared employees, process security incidents, briefing and debriefing cleared employees, administering required annual training, the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) process, and how to initiate/own the security clearance process from start to finish.

ABOUT THE JOB

Summary Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations. Terran Orbital is seeking a Personnel/Physical Security Intern (Skillbridge Program) to join our growing team. Reporting to the Facility Security Officer, the Personnel/Physical Security Intern (Skillbridge Program) will have a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the administration of security clearance and investigation systems, as well as managing physical security aspects within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The intern will support various security functions and learn the fundamentals of program security.Key Duties and Responsibilities • Security Clearance Support:o Assist in operating DCSA-approved security clearance and investigation systems (DISS, NBIS, SWFT, NISS).o Help initiate and process security clearances under supervision.o Support the coordination and verification of classified visits and meetings between organizations.o Aid in processing foreign travel requests for cleared employees.o Assist in documenting and reporting security incidents.• Physical Security Assistance:o Help manage the physical security of a SCIF.o Participate in regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with security standards.o Support the implementation and enforcement of physical security measures.• Training and Briefing Support:o Assist in administering required annual security training for cleared employees.o Help conduct briefing and debriefing sessions for cleared employees.o Support the preparation of training materials and guidance on security protocols.• Facility Security Clearance (FCL) Process:o Assist in the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) process.o Help ensure the facility meets all security requirements and standards.o Maintain accurate records and documentation related to FCL under supervision. Qualifications and Skills • Current active duty service member eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program.• Strong interest in security clearance administration and physical security management.• Basic understanding of security protocols and procedures is a plus.• Excellent organizational and communication skills.• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.Additional Information:• This is a SkillBridge internship position.• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.• Must be a US Citizen Benefits• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents• 401(k) Match• Flexible Time Off (FTO)About Terran Orbital Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.comPhysical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners. Disclaimers To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com. Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in operating DCSA-approved security clearance and investigation systems (DISS, NBIS, SWFT, NISS).
• Help initiate and process security clearances under supervision.
• Support the coordination and verification of classified visits and meetings between organizations.
• Aid in processing foreign travel requests for cleared employees.
• Assist in documenting and reporting security incidents.
• Help manage the physical security of a SCIF.
• Participate in regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of physical security measures.
• Assist in administering required annual security training for cleared employees.
• Help conduct briefing and debriefing sessions for cleared employees.
• Support the preparation of training materials and guidance on security protocols.
• Assist in the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) process.
• Help ensure the facility meets all security requirements and standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to FCL under supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current active duty service member eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Strong interest in security clearance administration and physical security management.
• Basic understanding of security protocols and procedures is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.• Must be a US Citizen

BENEFITS

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• 401(k) Match.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO).

OTHER

Position will be located in Irvine, CA between 3 sites in a 2 mile radius.