Assistant Contract Special Access Programs Security Officer

J.F. Taylor, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Holidays

Health insurance

HSA/HRA contributions

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company matching

Flexible benefits plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

J.F. Taylor, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Contract SAP Security Officer to support SAP security operations at its Beavercreek, Ohio facility.

The role reports to the Site Security Manager / CSSO and involves day-to-day SAP security administration and engagement with security documentation and audits. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in security, a related degree or military experience, and familiarity with DoD/SAP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, cyber-related field, or equivalent military experience.
• 1–5 years of security-related experience, preferably in Defense SAP environments.
• Knowledge of government security frameworks (DoDM 5205.07, 32 CFR Part 117/NISPOM, ICD 705, TW 2.0).
• Familiarity with government personnel security databases (DISS).
• Experience with physical access control systems, IDS, and TEMPEST awareness.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Execute SAP security administration for the Beavercreek, OH facility, including personnel, physical, IA, COMSEC, and visitor control.
• Assist SSM/CSSO with site-level administrative tracking during secure facility construction.
• Prepare and maintain program security documentation, SOPs, and checklists; support internal audits and self-inspections.
• Provide backup support to the primary FSO, including DISS checks and processing Visit Requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in criminal justice or cyber-related field

Military experience considered in lieu of degree

Tools

DISS

Job description

Assistant Contract Special Access Programs Security Officer

Description

J.F. Taylor, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and vigilant Assistant Contract SAP Security Officer (Assistant CSSO) to support Special Access Programs (SAP) security operations and compliance at our Beavercreek, Ohio facility. This role is crucial for maintaining the safety, compliance, and security of sensitive programs, personnel, and assets.

As the on-site Assistant CSSO, you will report directly to the J.F. Taylor Site Security Manager (SSM) / CSSO, providing critical day-to-day program security support and assisting with site security oversight during facility construction. On an infrequent, as-needed basis, this role will also support the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with general industrial security administrative tasks.

Responsibilities & Daily Tasks

In this role, your primary concentration will be Special Access Program security operations, with ad-hoc support to general industrial security functions. You will help execute security policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with DOD and SAP regulations, while providing on-site support to keep program operations compliant and secure.

• Primary Program Security (ACSSO): Execute day-to-day SAP security administration for the Beavercreek, OH facility. Assist in managing Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Assurance (IA), Communications Security (COMSEC), and Visitor Control for assigned programs.
• Construction & Site Support: Support the SSM by assisting with site-level administrative tracking and monitoring during secure facility construction.
• Documentation & Compliance: Help prepare, update, and maintain program security documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and fixed facility checklists. Assist leadership with internal audits and security self-inspections.
• Secondary FSO Support: Provide occasional backup assistance to the primary FSO as requested, including running Defense Information System for Security (DISS) checks, processing Visit Requests, and maintaining personnel security files.

Position Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • An associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, a cyber-related field, or equivalent military experience is desired. Additional relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 1 to 5 years of security-related experience, preferably within the Defense sector supporting SAP/Collateral environments.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of government and SAP security frameworks (e.g., DoDM 5205.07 series, 32 CFR Part 117 / NISPOM, ICD 705, and Trusted Workforce 2.0).
• Systems Familiarity: Basic working knowledge of government personnel security databases, specifically DISS.
• Technical Aptitude: Familiarity with physical access control systems, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and basic TEMPEST awareness.
• Core Competencies: High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize primary program tasks while supporting secondary tasks as needed.

Salary Range 70K-100K and will be commensurate with experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Level of Clearance Required Top Secret Eligible

Amount of Travel 5%

About the Organization

J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 600 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work.

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number ADM-26-00016

EOE Statement J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.