Government Special Security Administrator/Officer (GSSO)

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Education assistance

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Government Special Security Officer (GSSO) at Robins AFB, GA. You will manage SAP/SCI security operations, conduct reviews, develop SOPs/SCGs/PPPs, and maintain PERSEC databases to ensure compliance with ICDs and DoD directives.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, DoW 8140 certification, TS/SCI eligibility, and up to 3 years of security experience in SAP/SCI environments. Expect a comprehensive benefits package and collaboration with defense clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in information security, CIS, or related IT/engineering field.
• DoW 8140 Certification: current certification meeting the intermediate technical support role requirement (e.g., CompTIA Security+, SSCP, GSEC, or GICSP).
• Up to 3 years of security experience, including SAP/SCI environments.
• Knowledge of NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, DoDM 5105.21, and ICD 704/705.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily security operations for SAP and SCI facilities per DoD/IC directives.
• Conduct self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, and compliance audits.
• Develop and implement SOPs, SCGs, and PPPs.
• Process PARs, indoctrinations, and PERSEC databases (e.g., DISS, JADE).
• Oversee PHYSEC for SCIFs/SAPFs per ICD 705 standards.
• Conduct security briefings and debriefings for cleared personnel.
• Administer SETA program tailored to program threats and vulnerabilities.
• Investigate security infractions and report to CSA.
• Coordinate spill response, damage assessments, and secure transmission/storage of classified materials.
• Manage access control, IDS, hardware accreditation, and CUAs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in information security, computer information systems, or related field such as IT, science, or engineering

Job description

Position

Government Special Security Officer (GSSO)

Responsibilities

As a GSSO, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Manage daily security operations for SAP and SCI facilities in accordance with DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, DoDM 5105.21, and relevant Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).
• Conduct security reviews, annual self‑inspections, and vulnerability assessments to ensure continuous compliance and operational readiness.
• Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and Program Protection Plans (PPPs).
• Process Program Access Requests (PARs), manage indoctrinations, and maintain accurate personnel security (PERSEC) databases (e.g., DISS, JADE).
• Oversee physical security (PHYSEC) operations for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs), ensuring strict adherence to ICD 705 standards.
• Conduct initial, annual, and event‑driven security briefings, foreign travel briefings, and debriefings for cleared personnel.
• Administer a comprehensive Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) program tailored to specific program threats, insider threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Investigate security infractions and violations, drafting preliminary inquiries and reporting incidents to the Cognizant Security Authority (CSA).
• Execute spill response procedures, coordinate damage assessments, and manage the secure transmission, storage, and destruction of classified materials.
• Manage access control, intrusion detection systems, hardware accreditation, and facility co‑utilization agreements (CUAs).

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• A bachelor's degree in information security, computer information systems, or a related field such as IT, science, or engineering.
• DoW 8140 Certification: current certification meeting the intermediate technical support role requirement (e.g., CompTIA Security+, SSCP, GSEC, or GICSP).
• Up to 3 years of security experience, including directly managing or supporting SAP/SCI environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of the NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, DoDM 5105.21, and ICD 704/705.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to brief senior military/civilian leadership and conduct rigorous compliance audits.
• Active TS/SCI required at hire. Must be eligible for SAP access; Counterintelligence (CI) or full‑scope polygraph may be required.

Preferred Skills

• CDSE SAP Security Professional Certification (SAPPC) or Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) highly preferred.

Schedule and Location

Schedule: 40 hours per week.

Work location: Robins AFB, GA.

Travel: yes, 5‑10%.

Relocation assistance available: No.

Position contingent upon award of contract: No.

Benefits

Torch Technologies offers a stable, professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, employee assistance program, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.

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