Program Security Specialist

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a self-motivated security specialist to provide day-to-day physical and program security supporting an AFLMC SPO. The role involves managing programmatic security up to TS and SAP eligibility to ensure secure handling of documents, facilities, and personnel.

You will develop SCG/PPP documentation, conduct risk assessments, and support security exercises to maintain secure operations across the program lifecycle in support of warfighter missions.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Special Access Program and/or physical security with a bachelor’s degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility.
• Experience applying DoD and Air Force policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide security support per DoD/AF policies and directives.
• Develop and maintain a Program Security Classification Guide (SCG) and update as needed.
• Develop and maintain a Program Protection Plan (PPP) covering CPI and CPA.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Establish a SETA program for all personnel supporting the program.
• Participate in program reviews and security-related events.
• Maintain repository of security documentation and training records.
• Support security exercises and simulations to test controls.

Skills

Security clearance

Program security

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Warfighter support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Job description

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MTSI is seeking a self‑motivated security specialist to provide day‑to‑day physical and program security supporting an AFLMC systems program office (SPO). The individual will manage programmatic security up to and including TS and special access programs (SAP). The individual will ensure statutory and regulatory compliance to ensure secure management of documents, communications, facilities, and personnel. The individual will ensure continued secure operations of SPO activities that support mission execution of developing and fielding cutting edge weapons system and technologies.

How you will contribute to our National Security and Defense mission:

Provide physical and programmatic security support to and AFLCMC weapon system program office. Ensure secure operations and progress in weapons system development and fielding are maintained and successful.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if:

• Self-motivated with a work ethic that the mission comes first
• Have good communications skills
• Detail oriented
• Passionate about supporting our warfighters

Responsibilities

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Provide security support in accordance with applicable DoD and Air Force policies, directives, and regulations, including but not limited to DoDI 5200.01, DoDI 5200.02, DoDI 5220.22, AFI 16-1404, AFI 31-401, and related supplements and guidance.
• Develop, maintain, and implement a Program Security Classification Guide (SCG) and ensure its periodic review and updates in accordance with applicable directives. The PSCG shall accurately reflect the classification levels and guidance for all program information.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Program Protection Plan (PPP) that integrates all security disciplines (e.g., information, personnel, physical, industrial, communications, and cybersecurity) to protect critical program information (CPI) and critical program assets (CPA) throughout the program lifecycle.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats to program assets and information and develop and implement mitigation strategies to reduce risk to acceptable levels.
• Establish and maintain a security education, training, and awareness (SETA) program for all personnel supporting the program, ensuring they are knowledgeable of their security responsibilities and procedures.
• Participate in program reviews, technical interchange meetings, and other program events to provide security expertise and guidance.
• Maintain a repository of all program security documentation, including plans, procedures, assessments, and training records.
• Support the development and execution of security-related exercises and simulations to test the effectiveness of security controls and procedures.

Qualifications Required

• 2 years' experience working in Special Access Program and/or physical security with a bachelor’s degree or 4 years’ experience with an associate’s degree or 7 years’ experience with a high school diploma or GED

Even Better If You Have These Desired Skills

• Work experience in a TS/SCI/SAP environment

Clearance Requirements

• Must possess an active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP eligibility)

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