Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO)

Aviation Systems Engineering Company; Maryland; On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Job summary

Aviation Systems Engineering Company seeks an Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO) to support the Government Special Security Officer at NAS Patuxent River, MD and manage security activities for a mission-critical Navy training program.

The role emphasizes DoD security requirements, inspection support, and maintaining accurate records using DISS/JADE/SIMS. On-site work, with a focus on safeguarding classified information and coordinating program access.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting facility, industrial, personnel, or program security activities.
• Experience applying DoD security requirements (NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117; DoDM 5205.07; DoDM 5105.21; Intelligence Community Directives).
• Working knowledge of DD Form 254 security requirements and their application to contract activities.
• Familiarity with classified material handling, accountability, storage, marking, and transmission procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining SOPs, OPSEC plans, facility checklists, appointment letters, and other security documentation.
• Support inspections, document findings, and track corrective actions.
• Maintain security records and prepare reports and updates.
• Prepare PARs and support program indoctrinations/debriefings.
• Coordinate with security personnel on personnel clearances and program access.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JADE

SIMS

DISS

NBIS/eApp

Scattered Castles

Job description

Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO)

paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)

United States, Maryland, Patuxent River

Oct 06, 2026

Description

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No, work will be performed on site at NAS Patuxent River, MD

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO) you will provide contractor security support to the Government Special Security Officer (GSSO), assisting with personnel, physical, information, and program security activities supporting classified operations for a mission-critical Navy training program at NAS Patuxent River, MD.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining facility standard operating procedures (SOPs), Operations Security (OPSEC) plans, Fixed Facility Checklists, appointment letters, and other required security documentation.
• Support security self-inspections and Government inspections, document findings, and track corrective actions through completion.
• Maintain accurate security records and prepare routine status reports and weekly customer updates.
• Assist with preparing, submitting, and tracking Program Access Requests (PARs) and supporting authorized program indoctrinations and debriefings.
• Support Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access requests, visit coordination, indoctrinations, debriefings, and security training, as authorized.
• Maintain personnel access rosters, visitor records, and access-control documentation.
• Assist with personnel security processing, clearance verification, and record maintenance using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and other authorized systems.
• Prepare and track visit requests and visit certification letters.
• Coordinate with the GSSO, security personnel, and other Government security representatives regarding personnel clearances and program access.
• Support classified document and media accountability, including receipt, inventory, storage, dispatch, reproduction, and authorized destruction.
• Review classified documents and media for required markings, cover sheets, packaging, and handling requirements before authorized transmission or distribution.
• Prepare classified material receipts and packages in accordance with applicable security procedures.
• Enter and maintain accurate accountability records in JADE, SIMS, and other applicable security management systems.
• Assist with security briefings, refresher training, and employee guidance on safeguarding classified information.
• Promptly report security concerns, discrepancies, and suspected incidents to the GSSO and appropriate security personnel, and assist with documentation and follow-up actions.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience supporting facility, industrial, personnel, or program security activities.
• At least one year of experience applying relevant security requirements, including the NISPOM Rule (32 CFR Part 117), DoDM 5205.07, and applicable SCI guidance such as DoDM 5105.21 and Intelligence Community Directives.
• Working knowledge of DD Form 254 security requirements and their application to assigned contract activities.
• Working knowledge of personnel, industrial, physical, and information security principles and OPSEC practices.
• Ability to support implementation and maintenance of a security program with guidance from the GSSO.
• Familiarity with classified material handling, accountability, storage, marking, and transmission procedures.
• Experience using DISS to support personnel security activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records and protect sensitive information.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, company leadership, and Government security representatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) or SCI environments.
• Experience preparing and tracking PARs and coordinating program access.
• Familiarity with JADE, SIMS, Scattered Castles, and NBIS/eApp, as applicable to assigned duties.
• Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Completion of relevant Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) training related to SAP security, personnel security, physical security, and classified information protection.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $105,000 -$115,000, commensurate with an individual's experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what's right for the Warfighter-plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.