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Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHS) | Manufacturing | Hazleton, PA

Senior EH&S Specialist

📍 Hazleton, Pennsylvania | Onsite | Monday–Friday

Lead Safety. Drive Compliance. Shape Culture.

An established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to take ownership of site-wide EHS performance at a large-scale 24/7 production facility in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership position and make an immediate impact. As the site's senior EHS professional prepares for retirement, the organization is looking for a proven leader who can maintain a strong safety culture while driving the next phase of continuous improvement across both safety and environmental programs.

You'll serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, partnering closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and corporate EHS leadership to support the organization's commitment to a world-class safety culture and operational excellence.

If you're energized by being on the plant floor, building relationships with employees, leading meaningful change, and creating safer, more efficient operations, we'd love to speak with you.

The Opportunity

This role carries a strong emphasis on Health & Safety leadership, while also maintaining responsibility for critical environmental compliance programs.

The successful candidate will become the site's primary EHS resource, helping drive safety performance, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, incident prevention, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager while working closely with Corporate Safety and Environmental leadership teams.

What You'll Be Doing

Health & Safety Leadership

  • Lead site-wide safety initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture

  • Serve as the facility's primary OSHA compliance resource

  • Conduct incident, injury, near-miss, property damage, and environmental investigations

  • Perform root cause analysis utilizing methodologies such as RCCA and 5-Whys

  • Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions

  • Conduct risk assessments, hazard evaluations, audits, and safety inspections

  • Drive continuous improvement of safety systems, processes, and performance metrics

  • Coordinate and lead Safety Committee activities

  • Develop and execute site safety action plans

  • Facilitate EHS training programs for employees at all levels

  • Support workers' compensation case management activities

  • Maintain OSHA recordkeeping and compliance documentation

  • Support site projects by evaluating safety impacts and recommending mitigation strategies

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability

  • Support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations

  • Assist with management of the facility's Title V environmental obligations

  • Oversee stormwater compliance programs and environmental monitoring activities

  • Ensure proper management and disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous waste streams

  • Drive waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives

  • Support environmental permitting activities and regulatory reporting

  • Assist with air quality compliance and permit management

  • Ensure wastewater and discharge activities remain compliant with operating permits

  • Maintain environmental records and compliance documentation

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Partner with operations teams to identify opportunities for safety and process improvements

  • Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and cost reduction initiatives

  • Drive accountability and follow-through on EHS action items

  • Prepare for and support corporate audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews

  • Monitor, analyze, and communicate EHS performance metrics

  • Build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization

What Success Looks Like

The successful individual will be:

  • A visible and trusted presence throughout the facility

  • Highly organized and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously

  • Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution

  • Passionate about continuous improvement and employee engagement

  • Skilled at influencing change and driving accountability

  • Able to build strong relationships with both hourly and salaried employees

Facility Overview

  • Approximately 85 hourly employees

  • 24/7 manufacturing operation

  • Non-union facility

  • Production operations running 12-hour shifts

  • Warehouse operations running 8-hour shifts

  • One direct report (EHS Technician)

  • Active partnership with Corporate Safety and Environmental leadership

The facility has demonstrated strong recent safety performance, recording zero recordable incidents year-to-date, and is committed to continuing that momentum through strong leadership and employee engagement.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related discipline

  • Minimum of 7 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

  • Prior formal safety training such as OSHA 30-Hour or equivalent

  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations

  • Experience leading investigations and performing root cause analysis

  • Excellent communication, presentation, training, and organizational skills

  • Strong Microsoft Office proficiency

  • Ability to work independently and effectively influence stakeholders across the organization

Additionally, Candidates Should Meet One or More of the Following:

  • Served as the lead EHS professional for a manufacturing facility for at least three years

  • Recognized subject matter expert in an EHS discipline such as machine safeguarding, fall protection, process safety, or similar areas

  • Hold a professional EHS certification including:

    • CSP

    • CIH

    • OHST

    • SMS

    • CHMM

    • CEM

    • Or equivalent credentials

Preferred Experience

  • Title V environmental compliance

  • Stormwater management programs

  • Waste management and environmental permitting

  • Corporate audit preparation and regulatory inspections

  • Manufacturing environments with significant safety and compliance requirements

  • Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement programs

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular presence within an active manufacturing environment and the ability to:

  • Walk extensively throughout the facility

  • Climb ladders and stairs

  • Enter confined spaces when required

  • Work in varying temperatures and production environments

  • Wear respiratory protection if necessary

  • Participate in emergency response activities as needed

  • Be available for occasional after-hours support and emergency response situations

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $96,000 – $132,000

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Relocation Assistance Available for Exceptional Candidates

  • Interview Travel Reimbursed

  • Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and growing manufacturing organization

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced EHS professional who wants to take ownership of a mature safety program, influence plant leadership, mentor others, and leave a lasting impact on a facility that genuinely values safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be visible, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

 

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly – Annapolis Junction, MD

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly

📍 Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
🏢 Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🔒 Security Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)
🇺🇸 Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Compensation: $100,000 – $200,000 Base Salary

Overview

A leading government technology contractor is seeking Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to support mission-critical classified programs within highly secure government environments.

This role is responsible for maintaining cybersecurity compliance throughout the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle, supporting system accreditation, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and ongoing cybersecurity operations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong RMF expertise, experience supporting classified environments, and the ability to work closely with System Administrators, System Owners, Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Security Control Assessors, and Government stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

  • Support the full RMF lifecycle for classified systems.

  • Develop and maintain RMF documentation and accreditation packages.

  • Coordinate Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.

  • Support security authorization and reauthorization efforts.

  • Ensure systems maintain compliance with cybersecurity requirements.

Security Compliance & Assessments

  • Conduct security control reviews and assessments.

  • Validate implementation of required security controls.

  • Monitor compliance against NIST and government standards.

  • Support internal and external cybersecurity audits.

Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

  • Support ongoing Continuous Monitoring activities.

  • Review system configurations and compliance posture.

  • Analyze vulnerability findings and remediation efforts.

  • Track compliance status and corrective actions.

Vulnerability & Risk Management

  • Monitor vulnerabilities and security findings.

  • Coordinate remediation efforts with technical teams.

  • Assess risk and recommend mitigation strategies.

  • Support vulnerability management programs.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with:

    • System Administrators

    • System Owners

    • ISSMs

    • Security Control Assessors

    • Government Security Teams

  • Provide security guidance and compliance recommendations.

  • Support cybersecurity reviews and inspections.

Required Qualifications

Security Requirements

✔ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✔ Active Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)

✔ U.S. Citizenship Required

Cybersecurity & RMF Experience

Experience supporting:

  • Information Assurance (IA)

  • Cybersecurity Compliance

  • ISSO Functions

  • Classified Information Systems

Strong understanding of:

  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)

  • Authority to Operate (ATO)

  • Security Control Assessments

  • Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

  • Risk Assessment Methodologies

RMF & Compliance Tools

Experience with one or more of:

  • LATTEART

  • XACTA

  • BISCOTTI

  • WATCHCAT

  • STE

Experience with:

  • Compliance scanning tools

  • Configuration assessment tools

  • Vulnerability management platforms

NIST Framework Knowledge

Strong familiarity with:

  • NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 3 and/or Rev. 5

  • NIST SP 800-37

  • Security Controls

  • RMF Documentation Requirements

Required Documentation Experience

Candidates should have experience creating, reviewing, or maintaining:

Security Documentation

  • System Security Plans (SSP)

  • Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M)

  • Security Plan Findings (SPF)

  • Exception Documentation

Risk & Compliance Documentation

  • Risk Assessment Reports (RAR)

  • Security Assessment Reports (SAR)

  • Business Impact Assessments (BIA)

  • Configuration Management Plans (CMP)

  • Contingency Plans (CP)

  • After Action Reports (AAR)

Preferred Qualifications

Government & Classified Environment Experience

  • Classified Government systems

  • Security audits and inspections

  • Compliance reviews

  • Vulnerability remediation programs

Stakeholder Coordination

Experience coordinating with:

  • Authorizing Officials (AO)

  • Security Control Assessors (SCA)

  • ISSMs

  • System Owners

Technical Knowledge

  • Operating System Security

  • System Administration Concepts

  • Vulnerability Management

  • Configuration Management

Preferred Certifications

Highly desired certifications include:

  • CompTIA Security+

  • CISSP

  • CAP

  • CASP+

  • CISM

Must-Have Requirements

Clearance

✅ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✅ Active Full Scope Polygraph

Cybersecurity

✅ RMF Experience

✅ ATO Experience

✅ Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

✅ Security Control Assessments

Documentation

✅ SSP Development

✅ POA&M Management

✅ Security Compliance Documentation

Soft Skills

✅ Strong Written Communication

✅ Strong Organizational Skills

✅ Risk-Based Decision Making

✅ Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Screening Questions

  1. Do you currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph?

  2. Was your Full Scope Polygraph issued by NSA?

  3. When was your most recent Full Scope Polygraph completed?

  4. How many years of ISSO, Information Assurance, or Cybersecurity compliance experience do you have?

  5. Have you supported the full RMF lifecycle, including ATO activities?

  6. Which RMF compliance tools have you used (XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE)?

  7. Have you developed or maintained SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, or RARs?

  8. What experience do you have with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37?

  9. Do you have experience supporting classified Government systems?

  10. Do you hold any cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+, or CISM?

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph.

  • Have strong ISSO or Information Assurance experience within classified environments.

  • Possess deep knowledge of RMF, ATO, and Continuous Monitoring processes.

  • Be highly detail-oriented and documentation-focused.

  • Have experience working with government cybersecurity compliance tools.

  • Understand vulnerability management and risk mitigation practices.

  • Effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Balance mission requirements with cybersecurity compliance obligations.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Clearance

Active TS/SCI + Full Scope Poly

Citizenship

U.S. Citizen

Experience Level

Mid-Level to Senior

Frameworks

RMF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37

Compliance

ATO, ConMon, Security Controls

Documentation

SSP, POA&M, SAR, RAR, CMP, CP

Tools

XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE

Certifications

Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+, CISM (Preferred)

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD

Work Arrangement

100% Onsite

Travel

None

Compensation

$100K – $200K

Relocation

Available

Why This Opportunity?

Mission Impact

Support highly classified national security programs and critical government systems.

Cybersecurity Leadership

Play a key role in accreditation, compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity governance activities.

Career Growth

Work alongside highly skilled cybersecurity professionals supporting some of the nation's most sensitive environments.

Excellent Benefits

  • 3 Weeks PTO

  • 11 Federal Holidays

  • Medical & Dental Coverage

  • Life Insurance

  • STD & LTD Coverage

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Long-Term Career Development

This opportunity is ideal for an ISSO, Information Assurance Analyst, Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst, RMF Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Security Control Assessor Support Specialist, or Cybersecurity Governance Professional with an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph seeking to support mission-critical government programs.

 

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly – Annapolis Junction, MD

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly

📍 Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
🏢 Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🔒 Security Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)
🇺🇸 Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required
🎓 Certification Required: DoD 8570/8140 IASAE Level II Compliant Certification
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Compensation: $100,000 – $200,000 Base Salary

Overview

A leading government technology contractor is seeking Information System Security Engineers (ISSEs) to support mission-critical classified government programs.

This role focuses on integrating cybersecurity engineering principles throughout the entire system lifecycle, including system design, implementation, accreditation, continuous monitoring, and sustainment. The ISSE will play a critical role in Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution, Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities, security control validation, and ongoing cybersecurity compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of cybersecurity engineering, RMF expertise, technical security assessment experience, and security architecture knowledge within highly secure classified environments.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

  • Support the full RMF lifecycle for classified information systems.

  • Develop and maintain RMF documentation and security artifacts.

  • Assist with Authority to Operate (ATO) activities and sustainment.

  • Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) efforts.

  • Maintain body-of-evidence packages for accreditation activities.

Security Engineering

  • Implement and validate security controls.

  • Perform Security Control Traceability and technical validation.

  • Support system boundary definition and security architecture development.

  • Conduct technical security assessments and risk analysis.

  • Recommend security improvements and mitigation strategies.

Compliance & Continuous Monitoring

  • Participate in Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities.

  • Conduct compliance assessments and security reviews.

  • Analyze vulnerability scan results and remediation efforts.

  • Verify remediation effectiveness and identify false positives.

  • Ensure ongoing compliance with cybersecurity requirements.

Vulnerability Management & Hardening

  • Support vulnerability management programs.

  • Implement and validate STIG compliance.

  • Support patch validation and security compliance efforts.

  • Assist with system hardening initiatives.

  • Coordinate remediation activities with technical teams.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with:

    • ISSOs

    • ISSMs

    • Security Control Assessors (SCAs)

    • System Owners

    • System Administrators

  • Support accreditation, compliance, and cybersecurity engineering efforts across mission systems.

Required Qualifications

Security Requirements

✔ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✔ Active Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)

✔ U.S. Citizenship Required

Certification Requirement

✔ DoD 8570/8140 IASAE Level II Compliant Certification

Examples include:

  • CISSP

  • CASP+

  • CCSP

  • CSSLP

Cybersecurity & RMF Experience

Strong experience with:

  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)

  • Assessment & Authorization (A&A)

  • Authority to Operate (ATO)

  • Security Control Implementation

  • Security Control Validation

  • Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

NIST Knowledge

Strong familiarity with:

  • NIST SP 800-37

  • NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 3 and/or Rev. 5

  • Security Control Frameworks

  • RMF Compliance Processes

RMF & Compliance Tools

Experience with one or more of:

  • LATTEART

  • XACTA

  • BISCOTTI

  • WATCHCAT

  • STE

Additional experience with:

  • Compliance scanning tools

  • Configuration assessment tools

  • Vulnerability management platforms

Core ISSE Skill Areas

Security Engineering

  • Security Control Implementation

  • Security Control Validation

  • Security Architecture Support

  • System Boundary Definition

Compliance & Accreditation

  • Assessment & Authorization (A&A)

  • RMF Artifact Development

  • Accreditation Package Support

  • Body of Evidence Management

Vulnerability Management

  • Vulnerability Analysis

  • Remediation Tracking

  • Patch Validation

  • STIG Compliance

  • Security Hardening

Risk Management

  • Technical Risk Analysis

  • Compliance Validation

  • Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

  • Security Assessment Support

Preferred Qualifications

Government & Classified Environment Experience

  • Classified Government cybersecurity programs.

  • Large-scale enterprise systems.

  • Mission-critical environments.

Technical Infrastructure Exposure

Experience supporting:

  • Enterprise Linux environments

  • Network infrastructure

  • Cloud environments

Stakeholder Coordination

Experience collaborating with:

  • ISSOs

  • ISSMs

  • Security Control Assessors

  • System Owners

  • Engineering Teams

Must-Have Requirements

Clearance

✅ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✅ Active Full Scope Polygraph

Certification

✅ IASAE Level II Certification

Cybersecurity

✅ RMF Experience

✅ A&A Experience

✅ ATO Experience

✅ Security Control Validation

Compliance

✅ Continuous Monitoring

✅ Vulnerability Management

✅ STIG Implementation

Documentation

✅ RMF Artifacts

✅ Accreditation Packages

✅ Security Documentation

Screening Questions

  1. Do you currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph?

  2. Was your Full Scope Polygraph issued by NSA?

  3. When was your most recent Full Scope Polygraph completed?

  4. Which IASAE Level II certification do you currently hold (CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, CSSLP, etc.)?

  5. How many years of ISSE or cybersecurity engineering experience do you have?

  6. Have you supported the full RMF lifecycle, including A&A and ATO activities?

  7. Which RMF tools have you used (XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE)?

  8. Do you have experience implementing and validating security controls?

  9. Have you supported STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and compliance validation?

  10. Do you have experience supporting classified government systems?

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph.

  • Possess an active IASAE Level II certification.

  • Have strong cybersecurity engineering experience within classified environments.

  • Be highly knowledgeable in RMF, A&A, and ATO processes.

  • Understand security architecture, control implementation, and compliance validation.

  • Have experience supporting vulnerability management and STIG compliance.

  • Demonstrate excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

  • Balance mission objectives with cybersecurity requirements and risk management practices.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Clearance

Active TS/SCI + Full Scope Poly

Citizenship

U.S. Citizen

Experience Level

Mid-Level to Senior

Certification

IASAE Level II Required

Frameworks

RMF, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53

Compliance

A&A, ATO, ConMon

Security

Control Implementation & Validation

Documentation

RMF Artifacts & Accreditation Packages

Tools

XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD

Work Arrangement

100% Onsite

Travel

None

Compensation

$100K – $200K

Relocation

Available

Why This Opportunity?

Mission Impact

Support highly classified systems that directly contribute to critical national security missions.

Cybersecurity Engineering Focus

Move beyond compliance into hands-on security engineering, architecture support, security control validation, and accreditation activities.

Technical Growth

Gain exposure to advanced RMF processes, security engineering practices, vulnerability management, and enterprise cybersecurity operations.

Strong Benefits Package

  • 3 Weeks PTO

  • 11 Federal Holidays

  • Medical & Dental Coverage

  • Life Insurance

  • STD & LTD Coverage

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Long-Term Career Development

This opportunity is ideal for an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Cybersecurity Engineer, RMF Engineer, Security Compliance Engineer, Cybersecurity Architect, A&A Specialist, or Security Controls Engineer with an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph and IASAE Level II certification seeking to support highly sensitive government programs.

 

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