DoD Security Assistant (CAC/TS/SCI)

Amentum; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Assistant Security Officer (CAC/SMS) in Springfield, VA. The role involves administering and ensuring compliance with security regulations across DoD guidelines, with regular interactions with Contractors and Government agencies.

Responsibilities include CAC operations, JPAS/DISS system coordination, and DoD clearance management. Amentum emphasizes strong communication, detail orientation, and proficiency with security software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Business Administration or Security; 0–1 years DoD security-related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of Security Admin related experience preferred.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• US citizenship required.
• Strong working knowledge of security software and DoD/NGA policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAC duties and rotate to Briefing, Clearance Passing, and Front Desk as needed.
• Coordinate with the Facility Security Officer to ensure DoD clearance requirements are met.
• Maintain reports and documents related to security and clearance matters.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on security-related topics.
• Manage transport of classified documents, equipment, and media per procedures.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

DoD policies

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Associates Degree in Business Administration or Security

Bachelor’s Degree in Security Administration

Tools

JPAS

DISS

M3/SMS

C-Cure 9000

PSAM/PSAMS

PeopleSoft

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Assistant Security Officer (CAC/SMS) in Springfield, VA. The role involves administering and ensuring compliance with security regulations across DoD guidelines, with regular interactions with Contractors and Government agencies.

Responsibilities include CAC operations, JPAS/DISS system coordination, and DoD clearance management. Amentum emphasizes strong communication, detail orientation, and proficiency with security software and MS Office.