Assistant Security Officer (CAC-SMS)

Amentum; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Assistant Security Officer (CAC-SMS) at our Springfield, VA location. The role involves administering and ensuring compliance with security regulations per DoD guidelines. You will interact with Contractors and Government agencies on security and clearance matters.

Schedule: Mon–Fri 7:00 am–3:30 pm, occasional Tue 9:30 am–6:00 pm. Strong coordination with FSO and proficiency in JPAS, M3/SMS, and related systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Business Administration or Security, or 0–1 year DoD security experience.
• US citizenship required; active TS/SCI clearance.
• Must obtain access to JPAS, M3/SMS, C-Cure 9000, MDI database, PSAMS.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years Security Admin experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAC duties and rotate to Briefing, Clearance Passing, and Front Desk areas as needed.
• Coordinate with the Facility Security Officer to ensure DoD clearance requirements are met and maintained.
• Maintain DoD/NGA policies governing security procedures and follow timekeeping policies.
• Process programs and documents related to transport of classified materials.
• Produce accurate reports and manage multiple daily duties.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates Degree in Business Administration or Security

Bachelor’s Degree in Security Administration

Bachelor’s Degree with Security Admin experience (preferred)

Tools

JPAS

Scattered Castle

M3/SMS

DEERS/Rapids

C-Cure 9000

MDI database

PSAM (PeopleSoft Access Management)

Job description

Amentum is looking for anAssistant Security Officer (CAC-SMS) at ourSpringfield, VAlocation. The selected candidate will have the ability to administer and assure compliance with security regulations and procedures to include security passing requirements in accordance with DoD and our customer's guidelines. The position requires personnel to routinely interact with Contractors and Government agencies relative to security and clearance matters.

Work Schedule: Monday Friday 7:00 am 3:30 pm, occasional Tuesday 9:30 6:00 pm

The duties include but not limited to:

• Perform CAC duties, rotate to Briefing, Clearance Passing, and Front Desk areas as needed.
• Knowledgeable with the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS), Scattered Castle, M3/SMS, DEERS/Rapids, e-Travel, C-Cure 9000, MDI database, PeopleSoft Access Management System (PSAM).
• Coordinate with the responsible Company Facility Security Officer (FSO), to perform functions to ensure personnel DoD Clearance requirements are met and maintained.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work assigned projects, produce accurate and knowledgeable reports while successfully performing a multitude of daily assigned duties.
• Possess and/or have working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and have a strong attention to detail while performing daily tasks.
• Working knowledge of DoD and NGA policies governing current security procedures.
  Adhere to the WSC Rules, Guidelines and Timekeeping Policies.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
• Manage and process programs and documents related to the transport of classified documents, equipment and/or media.
• Perform all other security-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business Administration or Security and 0-1 years DoD security-related experience.
• An extra 2 years of IC Security related experience will be accepted in lieu of Associates Degree.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain access to Scattered Castle, M3/SMS, C-Cure 9000, MDI database, PeopleSoft Access Management System (PSAMS).
• Must possess and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance.
• US citizenship is required.
• Requires operating application software, including word-processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Preferred is a Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of Security Admin related experience.
• Ability to adapt to frequent change and a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Have the ability to deal with others in a positive manner.

Compensation Details

70-80K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/13/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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