Employer: SOS International LLC (SOSi)
Location Overseas - Iraq
** This position is contingent upon contract award **
SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Security Operations Manager for a contract located at a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Iraq. The selected candidate will work as a member of the Directorate of Security and Emergency Management Services.
Duties
• Assists the Director of Security and EMS in the planning, coordinating, organization, development, implementation and management of the base security program IAW established Security & Emergency Management System policies and procedures for the protection of SOSi assets and contractor personnel
• Conducts atmospheric analysis of security situations both inside and outside of base and provides recommendations to the Director of Security and EMS and the PMO to assist in planning security operations in support of the BLSS program
• Manages Base Security Operations to ensure continuity of security services; base security operations include Sector Security control, Base Defense Operations Center Security Liaison, and Biometric Automated Toolset (BAT) Operations
• Develop and manage implementation of Security Desktop Operating Procedures (DOP) IAW Corporate and Project policies and procedures
• First line manager of base security operations team responsible for conducting performance evaluations and providing guidance to personnel on performance IAW corporate and project Human Resources policy and procedures
• Serves as the Director of Security and EMS Operations during periods of absence of the incumbent director
• Provides oversight for the Security Subcontract and SOSi conduit to security provider; ensures that the security requirements are executed IAW the PWS
• Reviews and provides guidance to security operations team on the development of security inquiries, conduct of interviews, and execution of security operations in support of project master scope of work
• Develop and submit written and oral security reports/presentations to corporate/project senior management
• Senior liaison for communication with military and law enforcement during security-related operations
• Serves as member of project Crisis Management Response Team and stirring group
• Conduct and review Threat Vulnerability Assessments (TVAs) and Security Assessments of facilities IAW corporate and project security policies/procedures
• Ensures that all Security CDRLs are accurate and submitted IAW the PWS requirements
• Recommend and Implement Force Protection (FP) enhancements throughout operational areas to provide mitigation of security risks posed to both US and contractor personnel
• Assist in management of physical security compliance programs; key control, OPSEC, INFOSEC
• Provides security management oversight during the conduct of Health and Welfare Inspections to prevent the entrance of illegal/illicit contraband on to the base camp
• Enforce FP levels to ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn when required or directed to be worn
• Enforce base badge requirements, ensure escort policy and procedures are adhered to, conduct physical security patrols of critical facilities to include SOSi and subcontractor Life Support Areas (LSAs)
• Conduct patrols of critical facilities within operational areas to ensure security of critical assets
• Supervise security technicians and security guard force element during the conduct of day to day operations in BAT Screening Cell
• Establishes/Develops/Improves protocol for interface with host nation military defense and law enforcement agencies to ensure continuity of security operations and open dialogue with regards to Security, Force Protection, Counter-terrorism, and open source intelligence
• Maintains accountability for all critical equipment; Digital Photography Equipment, Fingerprint Scanner(s) and/or Retina Scanners, Laptop/Desktop Computers, External Storage Databases, and Communication Equipment assigned to security facilities
• Performs additional duties as required
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Prior Senior Military Non-commissioned Officer in Combat Arms, Military Police Operations – US Army or US Air Force, or Law Enforcement Officer Service with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in execution of security operations in a hostile area.
• Previous military assignments as member of US Army Rangers, US Army Special Forces, US Marine Special Operations, US Navy Seals, or US Air Force Security/Special Operations
• Extensive knowledge in Physical Security Operations and Management
• Certified Department of Defense Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Officer
• Previous experience working under LOGCAP/AFCAP/BLS contracts in forward operating bases in Middle East/Central Asia
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Security, Security Management, Business Management, or similar degree program
• Previous assignment as AT/FP Officer for Division level command or higher
• Previous assignment as Physical Security Manager for Division level command or higher
• Previous assignment as Senior Manager of BAT Screening/Badging Cell conducting operations in Middle East/Central Asia – Iraq or Afghanistan
• Previous experience as Security Manager working under LOGCAP/AFCAP/BLS contracts in forward operating bases in the Middle East/Central Asia
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• Extended Work hours to include swing shift (early morning/late night duty)
• Exposure to extreme weather and hazardous conditions
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
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Location Overseas - Iraq
** This position is contingent upon contract award **
SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Security Operations Manager for a contract located at a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Iraq. The selected candidate will work as a member of the Directorate of Security and Emergency Management Services.
Duties
• Assists the Director of Security and EMS in the planning, coordinating, organization, development, implementation and management of the base security program IAW established Security & Emergency Management System policies and procedures for the protection of SOSi assets and contractor personnel
• Conducts atmospheric analysis of security situations both inside and outside of base and provides recommendations to the Director of Security and EMS and the PMO to assist in planning security operations in support of the BLSS program
• Manages Base Security Operations to ensure continuity of security services; base security operations include Sector Security control, Base Defense Operations Center Security Liaison, and Biometric Automated Toolset (BAT) Operations
• Develop and manage implementation of Security Desktop Operating Procedures (DOP) IAW Corporate and Project policies and procedures
• First line manager of base security operations team responsible for conducting performance evaluations and providing guidance to personnel on performance IAW corporate and project Human Resources policy and procedures
• Serves as the Director of Security and EMS Operations during periods of absence of the incumbent director
• Provides oversight for the Security Subcontract and SOSi conduit to security provider; ensures that the security requirements are executed IAW the PWS
• Reviews and provides guidance to security operations team on the development of security inquiries, conduct of interviews, and execution of security operations in support of project master scope of work
• Develop and submit written and oral security reports/presentations to corporate/project senior management
• Senior liaison for communication with military and law enforcement during security-related operations
• Serves as member of project Crisis Management Response Team and stirring group
• Conduct and review Threat Vulnerability Assessments (TVAs) and Security Assessments of facilities IAW corporate and project security policies/procedures
• Ensures that all Security CDRLs are accurate and submitted IAW the PWS requirements
• Recommend and Implement Force Protection (FP) enhancements throughout operational areas to provide mitigation of security risks posed to both US and contractor personnel
• Assist in management of physical security compliance programs; key control, OPSEC, INFOSEC
• Provides security management oversight during the conduct of Health and Welfare Inspections to prevent the entrance of illegal/illicit contraband on to the base camp
• Enforce FP levels to ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn when required or directed to be worn
• Enforce base badge requirements, ensure escort policy and procedures are adhered to, conduct physical security patrols of critical facilities to include SOSi and subcontractor Life Support Areas (LSAs)
• Conduct patrols of critical facilities within operational areas to ensure security of critical assets
• Supervise security technicians and security guard force element during the conduct of day to day operations in BAT Screening Cell
• Establishes/Develops/Improves protocol for interface with host nation military defense and law enforcement agencies to ensure continuity of security operations and open dialogue with regards to Security, Force Protection, Counter-terrorism, and open source intelligence
• Maintains accountability for all critical equipment; Digital Photography Equipment, Fingerprint Scanner(s) and/or Retina Scanners, Laptop/Desktop Computers, External Storage Databases, and Communication Equipment assigned to security facilities
• Performs additional duties as required
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Prior Senior Military Non-commissioned Officer in Combat Arms, Military Police Operations – US Army or US Air Force, or Law Enforcement Officer Service with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in execution of security operations in a hostile area.
• Previous military assignments as member of US Army Rangers, US Army Special Forces, US Marine Special Operations, US Navy Seals, or US Air Force Security/Special Operations
• Extensive knowledge in Physical Security Operations and Management
• Certified Department of Defense Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Officer
• Previous experience working under LOGCAP/AFCAP/BLS contracts in forward operating bases in Middle East/Central Asia
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Security, Security Management, Business Management, or similar degree program
• Previous assignment as AT/FP Officer for Division level command or higher
• Previous assignment as Physical Security Manager for Division level command or higher
• Previous assignment as Senior Manager of BAT Screening/Badging Cell conducting operations in Middle East/Central Asia – Iraq or Afghanistan
• Previous experience as Security Manager working under LOGCAP/AFCAP/BLS contracts in forward operating bases in the Middle East/Central Asia
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• Extended Work hours to include swing shift (early morning/late night duty)
• Exposure to extreme weather and hazardous conditions
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
APPLY ONLINE