Junior Security Specialist

Jobtailor; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a security specialist experienced with Special Access Programs (SAP) in a DoD-focused environment. You will support the implementation of security protocols, assist in SAP SOPs, and help run trainings for SAP personnel.

The role requires a Top-Secret clearance SCI, strong attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with government customers and internal teams. On-site work is expected at the Quantico, VA area.

Qualifications

• Citizen and Top-Secret clearance SCI required.
• Background in DoD, NISPOM, ICD security requirements preferred.
• 1–3 years in security programs; SAP/SCI exposure is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs.
• Support SAP SOP development and enforcement.
• Contribute to security briefings, debriefings, and trainings for SAP personnel.
• Manage access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
• Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Handle classified materials in accordance with policy.
• Assist with audits and inspections for compliance.
• Inspect facilities to support physical security measures.
• Interface with government customers, program managers, and staff on SAP security issues.
• Coordinate incident response and reporting for security concerns.
• Maintain records for personnel security, visit requests, and SAP documentation.

Skills

Top-Secret Clearance SCI

Security Program Experience

DoD Compliance Knowledge

Security Certifications

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Independence

Education

High School Diploma / Associate or Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs.
• Support the development and enforcement of SAP Standard Operating Procedures (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 receiving, distributing, inventorying, reproducing, and disposing of classified materials in accordance with policy.
• Support audits and inspections to help ensure compliance with DoD and company policies.
• Periodically assist in inspecting facilities/spaces to support compliance with physical security measures.
• Interface, under supervision, with government customers, program managers, and internal staff regarding SAP security issues.
• Assist in coordinating incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.
• Maintain accurate records for personnel security, visit requests, and SAP documentation.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and a Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility
• High School Diploma (associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred)
• 1–3 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus
• Foundational knowledge or familiarity with DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Relevant or entry-level security certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+ or similar) are a plus, with willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g., SPeD, ISP, CPP) over time

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in implementing and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs, with a strong understanding of DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements. Capable of conducting security briefings and managing access control while ensuring compliance with relevant policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Top-Secret Clearance SCI
• Security Program Experience
• DoD Compliance Knowledge
• Security Certifications (e.g., Security+)
• Attention to Detail

Hard Skills

• Security Protocol Implementation
• Access Control Management
• Visitor Management
• Classified Material Handling
• Incident Response Coordination

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Collaboration
• Independence

Certifications & Qualifications

• Top-Secret Clearance SCI
• Security+
• SPeD
• ISP
• CPP

Industry Keywords

• Special Access Programs
• NISPOM
• ICD Security Requirements
• Compliance Audits
• Physical Security Measures