8-10 years of related experience in security support
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts for 3 years of experience
Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts for 5 years of experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Current Top Secret/SCI clearance required
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to undergo a Counterintelligence polygraph
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with NISPOM and related security policies
Develop and execute policies for safeguarding sensitive information
Conduct continuous assessments to improve security procedures
Identify vulnerabilities and risks in operational activities
Assist in developing and training the Operations Security program
Brief personnel on security topics at various levels
Conduct compliance reviews and document findings
Benefits
Robust benefits package and wellness program
Opportunities for professional development and certifications
Supportive work environment focused on employee wellbeing
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Program Security Representative II
The Program Security Representative's primary function is to provide multi-discipline security support for one or more of the customer's Special Access Programs (SAPs). The position will provide "day-to-day" multi-discipline analysis for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
In this role you will...
Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy
Assist in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding Special Access Program (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (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
Perform additional duties as assigned
Experience Requirements:
8-10 years related experience
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 SPED Certifications is no more than 5 years
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related area OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
Security Clearance Requirements:
Current Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements:
All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience
All Level III positions -candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience
Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Watermark provides salary ranges with job postings in states where it is legally required; any other salary ranges associated with our postings are third party estimates and may not be an accurate reflection of Watermark's total compensation package. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hourly rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor Categories. Central to Watermark's employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.
