Advanced TS/SCI Program Security Specialist

Koniag Services, Inc.; Falls Church, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Koniag IT Systems, LLC is seeking a Program Security Specialist (Advanced) with TS/SCI to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. The role focuses on protecting highly classified data and SAP programs.

The position requires managing PERSEC, INFOSEC, and OPSEC disciplines, coordinating with ISSO/ISSM and STO/IO teams, and ensuring program security integrates into technology roadmaps. Strong DoD security experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph potential and SAP access assessment.
• 10–15+ years of direct DoD/IC security experience as CPSO/PSO/CSSO.
• Master-level understanding of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoDM 5205.07 Vols 1-4, and ICDs.
• Experience with government security systems of record such as DISS and JADE.
• STO/IO or Offensive Cyber program security experience is highly desired.
• CDSE certifications such as SFPC/SPSC/PSC preferred.
• Insider threat mitigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer SAP/SCI management per DoD manuals and ICDs.
• Manage PERSEC: PARs, pre-screenings, read-ins/outs, continuous evaluation.
• Develop and enforce SCGs and PPPs; ensure proper handling of classified material.
• Collaborate with OPSEC SMEs, CI liaisons, anti-tamper SMEs and ISSO/ISSM.
• Serve as main point of contact for security audits and inspections.

Skills

TS/SCI Clearance

CPSO/PSO/CSSO experience

NISPOM knowledge

INFOSEC / PERSEC concepts

OPSEC / STO coordination

Audits & Inspections experience

Security systems of record (DISS/JADE)

Insider threat knowledge

Education

Master's Degree desired but Bachelor acceptable

Tools

DISS

JADE

Job description

Koniag IT Systems, LLC is seeking a Program Security Specialist (Advanced) with TS/SCI to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. The role focuses on protecting highly classified data and SAP programs.

The position requires managing PERSEC, INFOSEC, and OPSEC disciplines, coordinating with ISSO/ISSM and STO/IO teams, and ensuring program security integrates into technology roadmaps. Strong DoD security experience is essential.