PS/IA - Physical Security/Information Assurance Specialist

Watermark Risk Management; Camp Springs (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

Paid leave

401k plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Watermark Risk Management is seeking a Physical Security/Information Assurance Specialist to support PS and IA for DoD systems. You will report to the Chief of Security and ensure DCID/JSIG compliance, maintain accreditation docs, and conduct TEMPEST/TSCM actions.

The role requires 5–7 years of related experience, a related bachelor's degree (or equivalent), and DoD 8570.01-M IA Technician Level 1 certification within 6 months. SFPC/SPSC certifications bolster qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years related security/IA experience.
• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• DoD 8570.01-M IA Technician Level 1 certification required within 6 months.
• SFPC and SPSC certifications count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical security (PS) and information assurance (IA) support for collateral, SCI, and SAP systems.
• Ensure compliance with DCID and JSIG physical security and IA requirements; maintain accreditation docs.
• Conduct or manage physical/technical security actions (TEMPEST/TSCM) and reviews for facilities.
• Assist Information Assurance Manager with implementing the information assurance program.
• Prepare and review Certification & Accreditation documentation and training records.
• Enforce personnel security controls for visitors and entry to the facility.

Skills

Security

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Associate's degree + 2 years experience or equivalent

DoD 8570.01-M IA Technician Level 1 (Security+)

SFPC / SPSC certifications

Job description

Come make your mark with Watermark! FOUNDED BY USAF VETERANS in 2007, we are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements. OUR CORE VALUES drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit PERSPECTIVE, PASSION, COMMUNICATION, INTEGRITY AND ETHICS, and BALANCE in all we do. COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE to address our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. This includes 100% employer- paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, a free employee assistance program, and a competitive 401k savings plan. At Watermark, our people come first!

Physical Security/Information Assurance SpecialistWatermark is seeking an experienced Physical Security/Information Assurance Specialist. The ideal candidate is passionate about security, demonstrates strong integrity and ethics, and excels in communication and attention to detail. This position provides physical security (PS) and information assurance (IA) support for collateral, SCI and SAP systems in accordance with JSIG and other DoD and national guidance for facilities with internal networks and guest systems. In this role you will.... Responsible to the Chief of Security for ensuring compliance with DCID and JSIG physical security and IA requirements and maintaining accreditation documentationConduct or manage physical and technical security (TEMPEST/TSCM) actions and proceduresConduct preconstruction reviews and makes recommendations for compliance with guidance for construction, expansion and modifications of facilitiesAssist the Information Assurance Manager with implementation of the information assurance programAuthor, review and maintain Certification and Accreditation documentationAssist with enforcement of personnel security controls for visitors and un-cleared personnel requiring entry to the facilityEnforce physical security controls of electronic devices and prohibited items; conduct entry/exit inspectionsIdentify IA and physical security vulnerabilities and ensure JAFAN 6/9 complianceConduct periodic IA & PS self-inspections and implement corrective actionsReview, track and conduct IA new user and refresher trainingImplement local media control policies and procedures Shielding for SCIF buildoutsAdditional duties as assigned

Experience Requirements: 5-7 years related experience Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 1 years of experienceSpecial Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 1 years of experienceMaximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 3 years

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related area OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certification Requirements: Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 1 within 6 months of the date of hire (Security+)ICD 705 Certified

Security Clearance Requirements: Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI EligibilityEligibility for access to Special Access Program InformationWillingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other requirements:Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildingsMay require sedentary work at least 50% of the timeAbility to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalismDemonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with othersEffective verbal and written communication skills

Watermark provides salary ranges with job postings in states where it is legally required; any other salary ranges associated with our postings are third party estimates and may not be an accurate reflection of Watermark's total compensation package. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hourly rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor Categories. Central to Watermark's employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.

Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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