Program Protection Security Specialist – Top Secret/SCI

ARMADA, Ltd.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMADA, Ltd. is seeking a Security Specialist - Program Protection to safeguard critical program information, components, and functions across the lifecycle.

The role includes protecting CPI, MCC, and MCF, supporting OPSEC plans, and mitigating supply chain risks on global programs. Responsibilities involve threat research, countermeasure recommendations, and coordinating with logistics and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Program Protection requirements, OPSEC methodologies, CPI/MCC/MCF identification processes, and SCRM principles.
• Ability to analyze threats, conduct vulnerability assessments, and recommend protective measures for critical program technologies.
• Experience supporting global mishap responses and executing security protocols under dynamic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying CPI, MCC, and MCF and implementing protection measures.
• Develop and implement an OPSEC Plan to safeguard CPI, MCC, and MCF across all phases.
• Provide security support during acquisition and sustainment activities, mitigating risks.
• Research threats and threat vectors; recommend protective countermeasures for critical technologies.
• Conduct SCRM to ensure integrity of the supply chain, including supplier risk reviews.
• Support mishap responses by executing on-site security protocols and traveling as needed.
• Collaborate with logistics to identify critical components and implement cost-effective security countermeasures.

Skills

Program Protection

OPSEC

CPI identification

MCC/MCF

Supply Chain Risk Management

Threat Analysis

Mishap response

Education

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

Job description

ARMADA, Ltd. is seeking a Security Specialist - Program Protection to safeguard critical program information, components, and functions across the lifecycle.

The role includes protecting CPI, MCC, and MCF, supporting OPSEC plans, and mitigating supply chain risks on global programs. Responsibilities involve threat research, countermeasure recommendations, and coordinating with logistics and technical teams.