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Security Manager, Journeyman

COLSA Corporation

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Location
Dayton, OH
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Level 1 Security Fundamentals Professional CertificationSecret clearance

Job overview

COLSA Corporation seeks a Security Manager, Journeyman to provide security support to Mobility Programs in Dayton, Ohio. The role supports equipment and weapon systems across planning, acquisition, development, production, and sustainment, including acquisition, personnel, information protection, anti-terrorism, operations, communications, and foreign military sales security. The position also handles security visits, records, sensitive information, clearance applications, and compliance with applicable security and export-control requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Acquisition SecurityPersonnel SecurityInformation ProtectionAnti-TerrorismForce ProtectionOperations SecurityCOMSECForeign Military Sales SecurityITAR ComplianceJPAS

Qualifications

BA/BS + 10 Years or HS Diploma + 15 YearsLevel 1 Security Fundamentals Professional CertificationU.S. CitizenshipActive Secret Security Clearance

Full job description

General Summary

COLSA Corporation is seeking a Security Manager, Journeyman to join our team in Dayton, OH providing security support to Mobility Programs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative, Acquisition Security, Personnel Security, Information Protection (IP), Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP), and Operations Security (OPSEC), COMSEC, Foreign Military Sales Security, support during the capabilities planning/pre-acquisition, acquisition, development, production and sustainment phases of various equipment and weapon systems within the framework of the defense acquisition management system. Tasks may include but are not limited to: participation on IPTs and related activities, analyzing problems, defining alternative solutions, providing recommendations, writing reports, and accomplishing specifically assigned work as defined in individual tasks orders.

  • May not release or allow any foreign national access to U.S. Government information without direct approval from the U.S. Government.

  • May have access to another foreign government’s information at the unclassified and sensitive levels.

  • Comply with the U.S. State Department's ITAR (22 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] Parts 120-130 and Amendments), the Arms Export Control Act, Defense Trade Security Initiatives, State Department, USAF, and DoD policies relative to the ITAR and exporting and importing data especially for non-FMS cases.

  • Obtain a Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) with each of the foreign nations identified by COR at the time of any resulting contract.

  • Utilizes JPAS for visits (incoming and outgoing) including badge check-in and check-out procedures

  • Responsible for maintaining document control in accordance with security policies and procedures

  • Maintains security files and/or files containing security sensitive information

  • Responsible for the duplication and/or destruction of security sensitive information

  • Obtains, submits, and safeguards clearance applications for new employees.

  • Monitors security procedures; ensures compliance with all aspects of the program including personnel, physical and administrative security systems and procedures.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture\_benefits

Required SkillsRequired Experience

One of the following combinations of education/experience:

    • BA/BS, ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, three (3) of which must be in the DoD -OR-
  • HS Diploma, fifteen (15) years of directly related experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD

  • Level 1 Security Fundamentals Professional Certification granted by Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Program is required within two (2) years of hire date

  • U.S. Citizenship required; Active Secret security clearance is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

How this job compares

Set against the 556 open Security Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Ohio median$87–235K/yr21 salary ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 46 open Security Manager jobs in Ohio and 556 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Security Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 496 postings).
Education
178 of the 556 open Security Manager jobs (32%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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