Program Security Specialist (Advanced)

Koniag Services, Inc.; Falls Church, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Koniag IT Systems, LLC is seeking a Program Security Specialist (Advanced) with TS/SCI to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. The role focuses on protecting highly classified data and SAP programs.

The position requires managing PERSEC, INFOSEC, and OPSEC disciplines, coordinating with ISSO/ISSM and STO/IO teams, and ensuring program security integrates into technology roadmaps. Strong DoD security experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph potential and SAP access assessment.
• 10–15+ years of direct DoD/IC security experience as CPSO/PSO/CSSO.
• Master-level understanding of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoDM 5205.07 Vols 1-4, and ICDs.
• Experience with government security systems of record such as DISS and JADE.
• STO/IO or Offensive Cyber program security experience is highly desired.
• CDSE certifications such as SFPC/SPSC/PSC preferred.
• Insider threat mitigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer SAP/SCI management per DoD manuals and ICDs.
• Manage PERSEC: PARs, pre-screenings, read-ins/outs, continuous evaluation.
• Develop and enforce SCGs and PPPs; ensure proper handling of classified material.
• Collaborate with OPSEC SMEs, CI liaisons, anti-tamper SMEs and ISSO/ISSM.
• Serve as main point of contact for security audits and inspections.

Skills

TS/SCI Clearance

CPSO/PSO/CSSO experience

NISPOM knowledge

INFOSEC / PERSEC concepts

OPSEC / STO coordination

Audits & Inspections experience

Security systems of record (DISS/JADE)

Insider threat knowledge

Education

Master's Degree desired but Bachelor acceptable

Tools

DISS

JADE

Job description

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.

We are seeking a highly meticulous and experienced Program Security Officer (PSO) to manage and protect highly classified mission data, capabilities, and Special Access Programs (SAP). In an environment where technology research, development, testing and evaluation (RDT&E) and advanced planning are constantly targeted by near-peer adversaries, robust program planning and security is the foundation of our success.

The ideal candidate will go beyond standard compliance checklists to provide holistic, operational security support. You will be responsible for the daily execution of all security disciplines, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), and Information Security (INFOSEC), operational security (OPSEC) and technology protection—ensuring that programmatic implementation, technology development operational planning, Special Technical Operations (STO), and advanced research activities remain secure from insider and external threats.

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 characteristicprotected 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.

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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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