
Senior Security Specialist
AMERICAN SYSTEMS
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $89,800 - $150,000 per year
Job Level
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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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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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