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Futron Incorporated is seeking an experienced Construction Security Manager to oversee contractor compliance and manage information and personnel security for an overseas construction project in Bern, Switzerland. The role requires applying the OBO Security Classification Guide, coordinating with project management, vendors, and government security personnel, and delivering regular security reports to the corporate Facility Security Officer and site leadership. A Top Secret clearance is mandatory, with at least five years’ experience managing security on domestic or overseas sites, preferably on overseas construction projects. Strong organizational and communication skills, independence, discretion, calm under pressure, and MS Office proficiency are essential. To apply, tailor your resume to show TS clearance, concrete security achievements, and familiarity with the OBO guide, and include clearance documentation.

Construction Security Manager

Location: Bern, Switzerland

Position Overview

Futron is seeking an experienced Construction Security Manager to ensure contractor compliance with site security requirements for an overseas construction project in Bern, Switzerland. The Construction Security Manager will oversee information and personnel security requirements, ensure compliance with applicable contract requirements, and provide required security reporting to corporate and government security personnel.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing information and personnel security at domestic or overseas sites and a working knowledge of the OBO Security Classification Guide for the Design and Construction of Overseas Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure contractor compliance with all site security requirements contained within the contract.
• Manage information and personnel security requirements for the project.
• Ensure project personnel comply with established security policies, procedures, and contract requirements.
• Provide required security reporting to the corporate Facility Security Officer (FSO), DS/IS/IND, and OBO Site Security Manager.
• Monitor and address information and personnel security issues throughout the project.
• Coordinate security requirements with project management, employees, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Apply the OBO Security Classification Guide for the Design and Construction of Overseas Facilities to project operations.
• Maintain accurate security documentation, records, and reports.
• Identify security concerns and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide guidance to project personnel regarding applicable security requirements.
• Support compliance with overseas construction security requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive and classified information.
• Communicate security requirements and concerns to corporate and project leadership as appropriate.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing information and personnel security issues at either domestic or overseas sites.
• Working knowledge of the application of the OBO Security Classification Guide for the Design and Construction of Overseas Facilities.
• Experience supporting overseas construction projects is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage security requirements and personnel in a complex project environment.

Security Clearance

• Top Secret clearance required.

Required Qualifications

• Strong understanding of information and personnel security principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply security requirements to project operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment when addressing security issues.
• Ability to effectively communicate with project personnel, vendors, subcontractors, corporate security personnel, and government representatives.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate security records and reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive and classified information.
• Ability to remain professional and effective when dealing with challenging situations and vendors.

Software Proficiency

• Microsoft Office Suite, including:
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
• Adobe Reader
• Internet Explorer

Working Conditions

This is an onsite position in Bern, Switzerland. The position will primarily be performed in a business office environment and will require periods of sitting and standing while performing computer-related and filing activities.

The Construction Security Manager must be able to remain calm and professional in highly stressful situations, handle criticism constructively, maintain emotional control, and avoid aggressive behavior when dealing with difficult situations or vendors.

The position requires persistence in the face of obstacles and challenges and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining security and compliance requirements.

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This job description provides an overview of the functions and requirements of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.