Bachelor's degree in a related field with 8-10 years of experience, or an Associate's degree with 10-12 years, or 12-14 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) can count for 3 years of experience.
Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) can count for 5 years of experience.
Maximum 5 years of experience can be counted for Security Professional Education Development (SPED) Certifications.
Some experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) is required.
Prior active duty in the U.S. Air Force is a plus.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with National Industrial Security Program and related directives.
Develop and execute policies for safeguarding sensitive data.
Provide ongoing security support and assess procedures for improvements.
Identify vulnerabilities and risks related to operational activities.
Assist in implementing and training for the Operations Security program.
Provide oversight and assistance to contractors and facilities.
Conduct compliance reviews and document findings.
Monitor and report on corrective actions from compliance reviews.
Notify management of pertinent security matters in a timely manner.
Investigate any loss or compromise of classified information.
Benefits
Full-time position with potential for career advancement.
Opportunity to work in a critical security role supporting U.S. military operations.
Engagement with high-level government and civilian personnel.
Access to specialized training and certifications in security.
Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
Requisition Type: Contingent
Position Status: Full Time
Position Title: Program Security Representative (PSR) II
Location: Arlington, VA
Security Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI, SAP Information eligible, consent for Counterintelligence polygraph
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include the following:
Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, Director of Central Intelligence Directives, Intelligence Community Directive, and SAP policy.
Assist in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding SAP, SCI and collateral data in support of US military operations.
Provide day-to-day security support that includes continuous assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and provide appropriate recommendations for revising and improving security policies, procedures, and systems.
Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities.
Assist in developing, implementing, and training the Operations Security program.
Assist in providing contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight.
Brief all levels of personnel, both in the government and senior civilian services, on a variety of security related topics.
Conduct and document SAP facility compliance reviews, follow-on facility reviews, and facility close-outs.
Monitor, report and track all corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews.
Ensure timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff.
Conduct exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments resulting from the loss of classified information.
Coordinate with SAP security personnel to ensure lessons learned are incorporated into the curriculum for the SAP security education & awareness program.
Knowledge and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area and 8-10 years of related experience OR Associates Degree in a related area and 10-12 years of related experience OR 12-14 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 3 years of experience
Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 5 years of experience
Maximum equivalent experience for Security Professional Education Development (SPED) Certifications is no more than 5 years
