SCIF & SCI Security Operations Lead

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington's Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Contractor Special Security Representative to lead SCI security programs, SCIF readiness, and personnel security under the CSSO. You will translate complex government guidelines into practical security actions while enabling cutting-edge research.

The role requires independent judgment, strong customer service, meticulous compliance, and collaboration with researchers, engineers, and government representatives to protect national

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field; and 4–6 years of SCI/SAP security experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and security experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Experience supporting classified operations and national security programs.

Responsibilities

• Administers SCI, SCIF operations, and personnel security under CSSO direction.
• Interpret and apply IC/DoD security requirements to daily tasks.
• Coordinate with government security personnel and researchers.
• Deliver security training and act as trusted advisor to lab staff.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and safety in classified research environments.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Regulatory interpretation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

DISS/NISS/NBIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Washington's Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Contractor Special Security Representative to lead SCI security programs, SCIF readiness, and personnel security under the CSSO. You will translate complex government guidelines into practical security actions while enabling cutting-edge research.

The role requires independent judgment, strong customer service, meticulous compliance, and collaboration with researchers, engineers, and government representatives to protect national