Secure Supply Chain Manager - Military Veterans

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures for the supply chain.

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats and vulnerabilities within the supply chain.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices for supply chain security.

• Evaluate and monitor the security practices of vendors and supply chain partners to ensure they meet company standards.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts that include security requirements.

• Conduct audits and assessments of suppliers to verify adherence to security protocols.

• Develop and manage a robust incident response plan for supply chain security breaches or disruptions.

• Lead investigations and response efforts in the event of a security incident, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives based on incident findings.

• Work closely with internal departments, including procurement, logistics, IT, and legal, to ensure a cohesive approach to supply chain security.

• Design and deliver training programs for employees and partners on supply chain security policies and best practices.

• Promote a culture of security awareness and proactive risk management throughout the organization.

• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the effectiveness of supply chain security measures.

• Provide regular reports to senior management on the status and performance of supply chain security initiatives.

• Continuously evaluate and improve security processes based on performance data and industry developments.

• Leverage advanced technologies and tools to enhance supply chain visibility, traceability, and security.

• Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and threats in supply chain security and implement relevant improvements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 8 years' experience in supply chain management, with a focus on security and risk management.

• Strong understanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and security frameworks.

• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and incident response planning.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Proven ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams and projects.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSCP, CISSP, CISM) are a plus.
• Able to pass Capitol Police Background Check.

Overview

We are seeking a Secure Supply Chain Manager to join our team supporting the United States Senate, Washington, DC.

This program provides comprehensive services for Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), supporting roughly 12,000 users. The program covers the acquisition, delivery, configuration, integration, and upgrade of IT products, along with installation and on-site maintenance, including help desk services. Additional support includes hardware delivery, moves, upgrades in state offices, and technical assistance for systems, ensuring efficient, secure, and up-to-date IT infrastructure.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Secure Supply Chain Manager to oversee and enhance the security and integrity of the supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, risk assessment, and security practices. This role is critical in ensuring that the supply chain operations are secure, efficient, and resilient against various threats and vulnerabilities.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus

• Change Management

• Develop Others

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

• Interpersonal Awareness

• Build Relationships

• Analytical Thinking

• Conceptual Thinking

• Strategic Thinking

• Technical Expertise

• Initiative

• Foster Innovation

• Results Oriented

• Teamwork

• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Washington D.C.

• Type of environment: Varies

• Noise level: (Low, Medium, High)

• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Citizenship: US Citizen

Clearance requirement: Capitol Police Background Check

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.