SAIC

PERSEC Security Specialist

SAIC$120K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a Security-related field and 6+ years of experience in security.
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility and willingness to complete a polygraph.
  • Familiarity with OPSEC, Program Protection, Personnel Security, and Classification management.
  • Experience with DISS and SCInet in a SAP/SCI environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to interface with management and government customers.
  • Ability to adapt to a changing regulatory environment and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and track SCI and SAP clearance requests with government personnel for access authorizations.
  • Execute all aspects of the PERSEC Program, including NDAs and access validations.
  • Manage SAP nomination processes and prepare Program Access Requests for accuracy.
  • Perform data entry in JADE and DISS, ensuring personnel info accuracy.
  • Conduct SAP indoctrinations and manage contract personnel program accesses.
  • Oversee the safeguarding and destruction of specialized information and equipment.
  • Directly support security efforts of government program offices and officers.

Benefits

  • Professional growth with mentorship opportunities.
  • Dynamic customer-centric work environment.
  • Participation in security training and compliance programs.
  • Enhanced operational security posture through various support functions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Description

SAIC's Horizon 2 contract is seeking an energized and professional PERSEC Security Specialist to support the contract's secure operating facilities in El Segundo, CA.

You will support all facets of SAIC's Program and Personnel Security (PERSEC) processes assisting the CPSOs (Contractor Program Security Officer) and provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. Your background in applying sound and effective Program and Personnel security practices will be the driving force behind the success of our missions for the US Space Force (USSF) and Space Systems Command (SSC). Join us in safeguarding the nation's space assets and exploring the limitless opportunities that await in this dynamic role. You'll have the invaluable opportunity to be mentored in this role, ensuring not only your professional growth, but also the continued excellence of our operations. You will get to use your strong communication (verbal and written) skills and interpersonal skills in a dynamic customer centric environment, which may require sporadic off-hours support. If this is what you are looking for, keep reading.

Fun stuff you will do on the job:
  • Initiate, track, and monitor SCI and SAP clearance and program access request processing activities with government personnel to achieve appropriate access authorizations.
  • Execute all aspects of the PERSEC Program to include nominations, validation of access requirements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Letters of Compelling Need (LOCNs), and other PERSEC-related actions.
  • Manage the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP); prepare, process, and/or review Program Access Requests (PARs) for accuracy and access eligibility.
  • Perform data entry and record checks in the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) and Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and maintain all the applicable contract's personnel information to ensure accuracy.
  • Conduct SAP indoctrinations and maintain/track program accesses for all contract personnel.
  • Ensure proper accounting, control, transmission, packaging, safeguarding, and destruction of collateral, SCI, SAP, and COMSEC information and equipment.
  • Oversee classification management, including Top Secret accountability and media control.
  • Directly support government program offices and security officers in the development, implementation, and maintenance of program and personnel security endeavors.
  • Lead ongoing initial and annual security awareness, training, and education (SATE) efforts.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), security directives, regulations, manuals, and guidance.
  • Investigate possible/actual security incidents and coordinate with government security reps.
  • Participate in SAP Security and COMSEC compliance inspections and self-assessments.
  • Assist in the processing of inbound and outbound data transfer files.
  • Process and certify incoming and outgoing visit requests; provide facility escort assistance.
  • Assist with other miscellaneous support functions, to maintain an efficient operational security posture for programs and information systems, as directed by the site lead or Senior Security Representative.

Qualifications

This is You:
  • Bachelor's degree (preferably Security related) and 6+ years of related experience.
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and willing to complete a polygraph.
  • Familiarity with Program Security responsibilities to include, but not limited to: OPSEC, Program Protection, Personnel Security, Security Training and Education, and Classification management.
  • Experience working with DISS and SCInet and working in a SAP and/or SCI environment.
  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management and government customers.
  • Must be able to work in a constantly changing regulatory environment and be able to work well within a team environment.
  • Ability to solve problems and think critically, sometimes independent of significant experience or documentation of the problem area.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are critical to the success of this position.
You will wow us even more if you have these skills:
  • Prior experience working security processes in a SAP environment.
  • Knowledge and experience using SIMS and/or JADE.
  • Use of National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) and (National Industrial Security System) NISS.
  • Experience creating/updating plans, processes, and procedures.
  • Experience with Security Classification Guides (SCGs)
  • Working knowledge of ICD 705 and secure facility construction standards and requirements.
  • Have an understanding of DD254s to support government contracts.
  • Proficient in COMSEC operations.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
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Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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