Program Security Representative (PSR) III - Arlington, VA

General Dynamics - IT; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness

Internal mobility support

Professional growth opportunities

Cutting-edge technology

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Program Security Representative to provide multi-discipline security support for SAPs, SCI, and collateral data within US military operations.

The role emphasizes day-to-day security analysis, adherence to NISPOM and related policies, and ongoing training of personnel and facilities. Travel of 10-25% and TS/SCI with CI polygraph are required or attainable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years related experience.
• 2+ years SAP experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 3 years of experience.
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 5 years of experience.
• Maximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy.
• Assist in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding SAP, SCI and collateral data.
• Provide day-to-day security support including assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and improve policies and systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and training the Operations Security program.
• Assist in providing contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight.
• Brief personnel on a variety of security related topics.
• Conduct and document SAP facility compliance reviews and follow-ons.
• Monitor, report and track all corrective actions from compliance reviews.
• Notify program staff of pertinent security matters.
• Coordinate with SAP security personnel to incorporate lessons learned into training curriculum.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight of team members.

Skills

Security policy awareness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience

Equivalent experience (4 years)

Job description

Job Summary

The Program Security Representative’s primary function is to provide multi-discipline security support for one or more of the customer’s Special Access Programs (SAPs). The position will provide “day-to-day” multi-discipline analysis for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

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Key Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy.
• Assist in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding Special Access Program (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and collateral data in support of US military operations.
• Provide day-to-day security support that includes continuous assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and provide appropriate recommendations for revising and improving security policies, procedures, and systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and training the Operations Security program.
• Assist in providing contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight.
• Brief all levels of personnel, both in the government and senior civilian services, on a variety of security related topics.
• Conduct and document SAP facility compliance reviews, follow-on facility reviews, and facility close-outs.
• Monitor, report and track all corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews.
• Ensure timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff.
• Conduct exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments resulting from the loss of classified information.
• Coordinate with SAP security personnel to ensure lessons learned are incorporated into the curriculum for the SAP security education & awareness program.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight of team members.

Experience & Education

• 10+ years related experience
• 2+ years SAP experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 3 years of experience
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 5 years of experience
• Maximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 5 years

Clearance & Travel

• Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI required
• Must be able to Attain - TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
• Travel Requirements: 10-25% travel

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holiday

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