Lead Security Specialist

Job Description Summary At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world‑leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‑leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn’t just a job, it’s their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly. Job Description As Military Program Security Specialist you will be a member of the GE Avio Srl Security Organization (art.5, comma 1, lettera e, art 13 paragraph 3 DPCM 6 Novembre 2015, n.5). In this role, you will treat classified information and support the “Funzionario Sicurezza Designato of GE Avio Srl ” to ensure compliance with domestic and international security regulations (Legge 3 Agosto 2007, n. 124, DPCM 6 Novembre 2005, n.5 and related subsequent and/or related regulations). The Alternative SSL will provide assistance to work group in order to meet assigned objectives. In this role you will work within defined parameters to apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity and resolve issues through immediate action or short‑term planning. Essential Responsibilities Alternate Site Security Leader (SSL); support the SSL for implementing the security activities relating to the site, and in particular the access control activities, of the Control Room, with the security site Team; support the SSL to develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to protect the organization’s information systems and networks, asset and property Implementing security procedures and instructions, constantly verifying compliance with current legislation and conduct audits to review internal compliance and make recommendations for corrections as required Support and propose revisions of operating procedures/instructions to always ensure they comply with applicable standards, based on risk assessment and company regulations Conduct security awareness training for employees to educate them about security risks, proper use of technology, and best practices for information security. Participate in incident response activities, including creating and maintaining incident response plans, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring timely resolution of security incidents Provide support for the drafting of the assessment of physical and production security risks and identification of measures to mitigate them Collaborate in any crisis or emergency of the plant, and support the Crisis Management Team Support the FSD to implement the policies, procedures and instructions to ensure security of classified information and to execute investigation activities in case of classified security incidents Arrange letters, reports, data sets to be communicated and update records of classified registers/archives, classified document/media management Keep records of security clearances and their validity of white‑listed employees and contractors Classified visit security organization and management Execute security inspections and controls; security equipment management and maintenance (intrusion detection systems, TVCC, secure locks and doors, security keys, encryptor systems) Encryption/decryption operative activities Implement security education and awareness programs for new hires Identify potential concerns and elevate them to management Support the management of processes and for the different tools for Security Team Collaborate to internal/external events Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or High School Diploma Previous experience in a security role in particular managing classified/sensitive document Eligible to be security‑cleared under Italian National Security Framework – NOS (art. 9, comma 4 Legge 3 Agosto 2007, n. 124; art 37 DPCM 6 Novembre 2015 n.5) Eligible to be approved by the National Security Authority as “Funzionario alla Sicurezza designato”, according to art.13 DPCM 6 Novembre 2015 n.5 Fluent in italian and english Work Visa in accordance with local regulation is required Desired Characteristics Degree in security matters UNI 10459:2017 valid certification Military/Police work experience Ability to work independently Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems Additional experience in a compliance‑oriented environment, including classified programs, proprietary information, or government regulations is preferred Ability to interface with all levels of business, customer, and government contacts Strong oral and written communication skills Strong analytical and investigative ability Smart working and work life‑balance Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work‑life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs. Total Rewards Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme Flexible benefits platform GE share plan Life and injury insurance Private medical cover Employee assistant program Employee special awards (service and recognition) Local special agreements and discounts English and languages training for you and one member of your family Technical, Leadership and development trainings Inclusion & Diversity Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc. We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No #J-18808-Ljbffr