Junior SAP Security Specialist

American Systems; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Jr. Security Specialist to support SAP security programs and safeguard highly sensitive information within a DoD-aligned framework. This role focuses on compliance, documentation, and security awareness across SAP activities.

You will assist in briefings, access control, incident reporting, and recordkeeping while collaborating with government customers, program managers, and staff. Opportunities for professional certifications are available.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and a Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility.
• High School Diploma; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented and organized.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+) a plus with willingness to pursue more.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for SAPs.
• Support the development and enforcement of SAP SOPs.
• Assist in conducting security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
• Support the management of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
• Help prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Assist in handling classified materials per policy.

Skills

Clearance handling SCI with eligible

Security procedures

Verbal and written communication

Recordkeeping

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Jr. Security Specialist to support SAP security programs and safeguard highly sensitive information within a DoD-aligned framework. This role focuses on compliance, documentation, and security awareness across SAP activities.

You will assist in briefings, access control, incident reporting, and recordkeeping while collaborating with government customers, program managers, and staff. Opportunities for professional certifications are available.