PS/IA - Physical Security/Information Assurance Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

Competitive 401k savings plan

Paid leave and wellness program

Job summary

Watermark Risk Management International seeks an experienced Physical Security/Information Assurance Specialist to support collateral, SCI and SAP systems in line with JSIG and DoD guidance. You are expected to uphold integrity, communicate effectively, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

You will ensure DCID/JSIG compliance, manage accreditation, and assist with IA programs while maintaining required certifications and a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience.
• DoD 8570.01-M Info Assurance Technician Level 1 requirements within 6 months.
• ICD 705 certification and other SPiD/SFPC/SPSC certifications.
• Current TS clearance with SCI eligibility and polygraph willingness.

Responsibilities

• Ensure DCID/JSIG physical security and IA compliance and maintain accreditation docs.
• Conduct or manage physical/technical security actions (TEMPEST/TSCM).
• Review facilities construction for security compliance and advise on changes.
• Assist IA Manager with information assurance program implementation.
• Maintain Certification and Accreditation documentation.
• Enforce security controls for visitors and restricted access to facilities.
• Identify vulnerabilities and ensure JAFAN 6/9 compliance.
• Coordinate IA/PS self-inspections and corrective actions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Critical thinking

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree + 2 years experience or equivalent

Tools

SFPC

SPSC

Security+

ICD 705

Job description

Come make your mark with Watermark!

FOUNDED BY USAF VETERANSin 2007, we are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTSspecializing in security and risk management. We’re intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.
OUR CORE VALUESdrive 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 PACKAGEto 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 Specialist
Watermark 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 documentation
• Conduct or manage physical and technical security (TEMPEST/TSCM) actions and procedures
• Conduct preconstruction reviews and makes recommendations for compliance with guidance for construction, expansion and modifications of facilities
• Assist the Information Assurance Manager with implementation of the information assurance program
• Author, review and maintain Certification and Accreditation documentation
• Assist with enforcement of personnel security controls for visitors and un-cleared personnel requiring entry to the facility
• Enforce physical security controls of electronic devices and prohibited items; conduct entry/exit inspections
• Identify IA and physical security vulnerabilities and ensure JAFAN 6/9 compliance
• Conduct periodic IA & PS self-inspections and implement corrective actions
• Review, track and conduct IA new user and refresher training
• Implement local media control policies and procedures
• Shielding for SCIF buildouts
• Additional duties as assigned

Experience Requirements:

• 5-7 years related experience
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts towards 1years of experience
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts towards 1years of experience
• Maximum equivalent experience for SPED Certifications is no more than 3years

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 Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other requirements:

• Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
• May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
• Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
• Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
• Effective 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.