Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO)

American Systems; Washington; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a federal government contractor seeking a Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) to administer DoW and industrial security programs and advise staff on personnel, information, and system security. The role includes tracking PERSEC data, processing PARs, and coordinating with Government stakeholders.

The position requires 5–10+ years in DoW/IC security, active TS with SCI eligibility, and strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience.
• 5 - 10+ years of relevant DoW/IC security related experience.
• Experience with ICD704 and EO 12968; SEAD 3, 6 and 7.
• Knowledgeable of DoW/DoN/IC SCI and SAP Personnel Security processes.
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate DoW and other industrial security programs to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to staff members concerning personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, and physical security to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide authoritative information and assistance to management/employees on personnel security policies and procedures for reviewing adverse personnel security determinations, and employee reconsideration or appeal rights.
• Track and maintain all PERSEC information including clearance status, SAP access, security training records, PIFs and visit certification; administer and update information on the Clients Security Databases.
• Review forms for accuracy and process incoming PAR and associated documentation.
• Develop recommendations with sufficient supporting rationale to enable the Government to decide whether to approve or deny for classified programs.
• Liaison with external DoW entities on all matters pertaining to personnel security.
• Manage program quota access rosters, develop detailed reports and presentations for Government regarding personnel access requirements.
• Conduct required security orientation, refresher training, and security briefings for assigned personnel.
• Process, track, file and report on foreign travel reported.
• Provide oversight for programs for the protection of classified information as well as proprietary information.
• Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Investigate losses and security violations and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

As a Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Administer and coordinate DoW and other industrial security programs to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance and support to staff members concerning all security administrative functions, such as personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, and physical security to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provides authoritative information and assistance to management/employees on personnel security policies and procedures for reviewing adverse personnel security determinations, and employee reconsideration or appeal rights.
• Track and maintain all PERSEC information to include clearance status, SAP access, security training records, personnel information files (PIFs) and visit certification (VAR).Administer and update information on the Clients Security Databases.
• Review forms for accuracy and Process incoming Program Access Request (PAR) and associated documentation.
• Develop recommendations with sufficient supporting rationale to enable the Government to decide whether to approve or deny for classified programs.
• Liaison with external DoW entities on all matters pertaining to personnel security.
• Manage program quota access rosters, develop detailed reports and presentation for Government regarding personnel access requirements.
• Conducting required security orientation, refresher training, and security briefings for assigned personnel.
• Process, track, file and report on foreign travel reported.
• Provides oversight for programs for the protection of classified information as well as propriety information.
• Prepares, sends, and receives visitor certifications.
• Investigates losses and security violations and recommends corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience
• 5 - 10+ years of relevant DoW/IC security related experience.
• Experience with application of ICD704 and EO 12968; and SEAD 3, 6 and 7 which addresses reporting requirements, continuous vetting/evaluation, and reciprocity.
• Knowledgeable of DoW/DoN/IC SCI and SAP Personnel Security processes and requirements.
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $160,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status