Special Access Programs Security SME

Role Overview

• Support a diverse industrial security program spanning multiple DoD multi-level security environments including Special Access Programs (SAP)
• Managing internal and external relationships including Government and industry stakeholders
• Support implementation and compliance with National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
• Duties include site assessment visits, training and education of the security staff, interfacing with site leadership to support security programs and attending vulnerability assessments when issues may arise
• Support internal investigations addressing the loss, compromise or suspected compromise of classified information under the NISP or customer supplied security directives
• Support and keep apprised of the U.S. Government’s development of National Security Policy and Procedures and work with customers to disseminate requirements throughout their organizations
• Oversee programs designed to mentor and develop Security professionals in order to maintain a high level of proficiency and retain top talent across the organization
• Serve as a business enabler through sound security practices; provide security guidance to corporate executives throughout all levels of the enterprise
• Support the Business Development staff in all aspects of maintaining solid compliance with classified proposals and assist in the writing of security volumes
• Interface with IT Security to ensure a unified approach to both industrial and cyber security
• Facilitate development of training programs for security personnel to support the implementation, administration and execution of Special Access Programs security requirements
• Assist with drafting and disseminating appointment letters for Access Approval Authority (AAA), Program Security Officers, SAP Accrediting Officials, and SAP Personnel Security Officials

Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant DoD/IC program security management experience
• Must have Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Special access program (SAP) experience
• Extensive knowledge of SAP standards, policy processes, and U.S. Government practices and other security laws and regulations
• Experience: Managing ICD 705 facility projects
• Working directly with DoD and Service SAPCOs
• Implementing ICD 705 standards for SAP facilities
• Previously held program security officer position supporting Major Defense Acquisition Programs
• (ACAT 1)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills
• Sound understanding of theories and practices within risk mitigation and the continually changing security environment
• Ability to implement strong security strategy with practices designed to successfully address evolving SAP security requirements
• Demonstrate the ability for advanced conceptual thinking in complex and/or completely new situations

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security
• TypeScript

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Flexibility managing work hours
• Comprehensive benefits program including healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance