SCI Security Specialist for DoD Programs

Leidos; White Sands (NM); On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Special Security Representative to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, White Sands Detachment at WSMR, NM. You will assist in DI SSI security programs, issue SCI/SAP clearances, manage DISS entries, and help safeguard sensitive information while ensuring DoD directives are followed.

The role requires several years of DoD security experience, an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and familiarity with RMF, ICDs, and CSPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum four years in SCI program security management for DoD, DON or NSWC.
• Active TS clearance and SCI eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Assist operation of the Advanced Programs Security Office under NSWC cognizance.
• Maintain SCI directives, regulations, and guidelines under NSWC cognizance.
• Certify and receive SCI visitor clearances and accesses under NSWC cognizance.
• Manage DISS NSWC PHD personnel and contractors, and assist with SCI/SAP security actions.
• Support annual self-assessments and adjudication of unauthorized disclosures.
• Support SCI/SAP education, training, and awareness for personnel.
• Safeguard SCI/SAP materials; oversee destruction by approved means per DoD manuals.
• Assist with NSWC cognizance security procedures, directives, SOPs, and emergency plans.
• Provide logistics and asset control support for classified equipment and materials.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

DISS familiarity

RMF knowledge

OPSEC awareness

SCIF experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

DISS

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Special Security Representative to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, White Sands Detachment at WSMR, NM. You will assist in DI SSI security programs, issue SCI/SAP clearances, manage DISS entries, and help safeguard sensitive information while ensuring DoD directives are followed.

The role requires several years of DoD security experience, an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and familiarity with RMF, ICDs, and CSPs.