Junior Security Specialist — SAP/DoD Compliance & Training

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Quantico Base (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS seeks a motivated Jr. Security Specialist to support government SAP security programs. You will help implement security policies, ensure compliance, and promote security awareness across personnel.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in security, DoD/NISPOM knowledge, and a willingness to pursue professional certifications. Role requires Top-Secret/S CI clearance and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• Foundational knowledge of DoD, NISPOM and ICD security requirements.
• 1–3 years of security program experience; SAPs/SCI exposure a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g., ISP, CPP) over time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for SAPs.
• Support SAP SOP development and enforcement.
• Conduce security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
• Manage access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
• Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Handle classified materials per policy (receiving, inventory, disposal).
• Support audits/inspections to ensure DoD and company compliance.
• Periodically inspect facilities to ensure physical security.

Skills

Top-Secret SCI clearance

DoD/NISPOM/ICD knowledge

Security program experience

Excellent communication

Certifications willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Related degree preferred (associate/bachelor)

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS seeks a motivated Jr. Security Specialist to support government SAP security programs. You will help implement security policies, ensure compliance, and promote security awareness across personnel.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in security, DoD/NISPOM knowledge, and a willingness to pursue professional certifications. Role requires Top-Secret/S CI clearance and strong attention to detail.