Program Security Specialist (Advanced)

Koniag Government Services; Falls Church (VA); Presencial; USD 170.000 - 230.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Koniag IT Systems, LLC seeks a Program Security Specialist (Advanced) with TS/SCI clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. This role focuses on SAP/SCI management, personnel security, and program protection across DoD and IC directives.

The ideal candidate will have 10–15+ years of DoD/IC security experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and a track record of working with ISSO/ISSM teams to integrate security into technology roadmaps.

Formación

• Active TS/SCI clearance with government reserving the right to polygraph.

Responsabilidades

• Administer routine day-to-day security execution of SCI and SAP in accordance with DoD Manuals and ICDs.
• Manage the clearance lifecycle for program personnel including PARs, pre-screenings, read-ins/read-outs, and continuous evaluation.

Educación

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Herramientas

DISS

JADE

Descripción del empleo

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Security Specialist ( Advanced) with a TS/ SCI (SAP Eligibility Required) to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA.

We Offer Competitive Compensation And An Extraordinary Benefits Package.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

SAP & SCI Management

• Administer the routine day-to-day security execution of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) in accordance with DoD Manuals (DoDM 5205.07 Vols 1-4) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).

Personnel Security (PERSEC)

• Manage the clearance lifecycle for program personnel. Process PARs (Program Access Requests), conduct pre-screenings, manage read-ins/read-outs, and administer the continuous evaluation and insider threat programs.

Information Security (INFOSEC)

• Develop, maintain, and enforce Security Classification Guides (SCGs) and Program Protection Plans (PPPs). Ensure the proper marking, storage, transmission, and destruction of highly classified materials.

Security Integration

• Work directly with the OPSEC SME, Counterintelligence liaisons, anti-tamper SMEs, and System Security Engineers (ISSO/ISSM) to ensure program security requirements are deeply integrated into technology roadmaps, program protection planning and IT, environment and ecosystem architectures.

Audits & Inspections

• Serve as the primary point of contact for government security audits and inspections (e.g., Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or sponsor-level assessments). Conduct internal self-inspections to ensure total compliance

Basic Qualifications

Clearance:

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with government reserving the right to polygraph. After hiring, must be assessed for SAPs access.

Experience

• 10-15+ years of direct experience in industrial, DoD, or IC security, acting as a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), Program Security Officer (PSO), or Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO).

Regulatory Expertise

• Master-level understanding of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, and ICDs (specifically 704, 705, and standard INFOSEC directives).

Systems Proficiency

• Experience with government security systems of record, such as DISS (Defense Information System for Security), JADE, or scattered castles.

Education

• Master’s Degree desired but bachelor’s will suffice.

Highly Desired Qualifications

STO / IO Experience:

• Previous experience providing security support specifically to Special Technical Operations (STO), Information Operations (IO), or Offensive Cyber programs.

Certifications

• CDSE (Center for Development of Security Excellence) certifications such as the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Special Program Security Certification (SPSC), or Physical Security Certification (PSC).

Insider Threat Operations

• Training or experience managing specialized Insider Threat mitigation programs for highly cleared populations.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [e-mail] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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