AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Senior Security Specialist

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: WashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaWashingtonUnited States

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Salary

💰 $89,800 - $150,000 per year

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About the role

  • Implement, monitor, and maintain security protocols for Special Access Programs (SAPs)
  • Develop, update, and enforce SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related security documentation
  • Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and recurring training for SAP personnel and visitors
  • Manage all aspects of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities, including badging and entry authorization
  • Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications; verify clearances and accesses as required
  • Receive, distribute, inventory, reproduce, and dispose of classified materials in accordance with applicable policies and regulations
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with DoD, NISPOM, ICD, and company security policies
  • Periodically inspect facilities to verify compliance with physical security standards and recommend corrective actions as needed
  • Interface with government customers, program managers, and internal staff on SAP security issues and requirements
  • Coordinate incident response and reporting for security violations, spillage, and other security concerns
  • Maintain accurate and complete records for personnel security, visit requests, SAP documentation, and access logs
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior security staff and support continuous improvement of the security program

Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 6+ years of experience in security programs, preferably involving SAPs or SCI environments
  • Solid knowledge of DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements and related policies
  • Demonstrated experience with classified information handling, access control, and physical security
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Benefits
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Paid leave
  • Retirement plans
  • Insurance programs
  • Education and training assistance
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Hard Skills & Tools
security protocolsStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)access controlvisitor managementclassified materials handlingauditsinspectionsincident responserecord maintenancementorship
Soft Skills
communication skillsattention to detailorganizational skillsindependent workcollaborative work
Certifications
TS/SCI clearanceSAP/SAR eligibility