Security Specialist

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Junior Security Specialist in the security team overseeing Special Access Programs. Safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with government directives.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeQuantico • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $76,700 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the security infrastructure for Special Access Programs (SAPs)
Assist a Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) with safeguarding sensitive program information
Implement, monitor, and maintain comprehensive security protocols for SAPs
Support the development, coordination, and enforcement of facility and program-specific SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Execute the Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) program
Manage physical and logical access control systems for SAP facilities (SAPFs)
Assist in the accountability and control of all SAP-classified materials
Participate in preparing for and supporting internal self-inspections and external SAP Security Compliance Inspections
Assist in conducting periodic inspections of facilities to ensure continuous compliance with security standards
Support the security incident reporting process and maintain meticulous records

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in DoD and/or IC security
At least 1 year of direct, hands-on experience working within a Special Access Program environment
A high school diploma; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
Completion of foundational CDSE/STEPP security training is required; SAP-related training is highly desirable
Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligible and willing to consent to a CI Polygraph
Working knowledge of SAP security policies and procedures is required
Proficiency with the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) and other security management software is also necessary
Proficient in various types of information technology applications, such as Microsoft Office (MS Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint), SharePoint and Adobe
Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits package
healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

security protocolsaccess control systemssecurity compliancesecurity incident reportingSAP Standard Operating Proceduressecurity trainingSAP security policiesinformation technology applicationssecurity management softwareattention to detail

Soft Skills

organizational skills

Certifications

Top Secret security clearanceCDSE/STEPP security training