Security Analyst Journeyman - Secret Clearance

V2X, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X, Inc. seeks a Journeyman Operations Security Analyst to support PMA-201/FXDO at a government client location in Patuxent River, MD. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance and onsite work in a secure office environment.

You will perform personnel security, physical security, and front-desk duties, coordinating visits, access control, inventories, and incident response while upholding DoD security directives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined security duties experience, including personnel clearance tracking.
• Experience in front desk, reception, or office administration is preferred.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required; onsite at government facility.

Responsibilities

• Staff the program office front desk and answer visitors/phones.
• Process visit certifications, SIPRNet access, and SAAR-N requests.
• Manage CACs, BASICS, and SCI nomination processes.
• Coordinate facility security needs and alarms, inspections, and audits.
• Maintain security-related documentation and SOPs; disseminate policy updates.
• Support incident response and reporting of security violations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Front desk experience

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

DISS

JPAS

BASICS II

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is seeking a Journeyman Operations Security Analyst to support PMA-201/FXDO. The candidate will bring experience in both physical security requirements and security process requirements for cleared personnel, working onsite in a secure office environment. This position will be based at our government customer location at Patuxent River, MD.

This position also serves as the Program Office front desk. In addition to the security duties below, the analyst will staff the front desk, greet and screen visitors, answer the door, receive facilities and help desk trouble calls, and act as the day-to-day receptionist and office operations point of contact (catch-all) for the office.

The position requires an active Secret clearance and is required to be onsite.

Responsibilities

Major Job Activities & Core Responsibilities

Personnel Security & Access Processing

• Process all visit certifications for the program office via the Defense Information System for Security (DISS); process SCI visit requests via MS Forms; facilitate Contractor SCI visit requests via the Program Security Assistant; coordinate BASICS approvals.
• Process SIPRNet access requests and System Authorization Access Requests (SAAR-Ns) as needed.
• Program Common Access Cards (CACs) in the security system for swipe access.
• Coordinate and facilitate the SCI nomination process, including candidate pre-screening, interviews, document preparation, and submission of nomination packages to the Program Security Office.

Physical Security & Facility Operations

• Hold primary responsibility for the collateral secret physical security environment.
• Conduct weekly security and safety self-inspections and verify daily end-of-day security checks (SF-701/SF-702) to support audit readiness.
• Review and update physical safe markings, and maintain ownership of physical safe key(s).
• Manage alarm systems, access control, and quarterly alarm testing; respond to alarm triggers and sweep spaces as needed.
• Provide Foreign National escorting and courier service as required.
• Coordinate facility-related security needs (e.g., conference room video/security capabilities) with the appropriate office as space-planning needs arise.

Classified Material & Secure Workspace Administration

• Provide secure storage and work space oversight.
• Control classified material, including conducting the required annual classified material inventory.
• Support reproduction and destruction of classified information in accordance with program requirements.

Technical Security Support

• Provide Data Transfer Agent (DTA) support.
• Support COMSEC inspections, protocol compliance, and software upgrades.

Program & Compliance Support

• Draft and coordinate DD Form 254 (Contract Security Classification Specification) packages and prepare security sections for Statements of Work (SOW) to align subcontractors with program security requirements.
• Maintain the Security Classification Guide (SCG) and update the FXDO/program security SOP to align local protocols with current DoD and NAVAIR directives.
• Attend the bi-weekly Collateral Security Sync with PMA-201 PSM and FXDO leadership.
• Disseminate security policy updates to program personnel.

Incident Response

• Serve as the first point of contact on the response list for security incidents and alarm activations; may be required to respond to the office outside of normal duty hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays) when an alarm is triggered.
• Support immediate security incident response actions, including containment, documentation, and reporting to mitigate operational risk.
• Report and investigate security violations and possible compromises to the appropriate authority.

Front Desk, Reception & Visitor Access Control

• Staff the Program Office front desk as the first point of contact — answer the door and greet visitors and staff.
• Perform visitor access control, including verifying identification/clearance information and escorting or directing visitors as required.
• Serve as the general "catch-all" for day-to-day office needs, routing questions, requests, and issues to the appropriate person or team.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls and general office inquiries.
• Receive and log facilities trouble calls (e.g., HVAC, lighting, plumbing, door and lock issues) and coordinate with property management until resolved.
• Receive and log general help desk requests and office IT issues, troubleshoot scanners/copiers, and route other issues to the appropriate IT support.
• Track open trouble calls and follow up with the requester to confirm resolution.

Office Operations & Administrative Support

• Provide general office administration and clerical support, including conference room scheduling.
• Coordinate office personnel travel arrangements.
• Track and manage check-in/check-out procedures and the seating chart for program office personnel.
• Maintain the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) documentation.
• Assist with office IT equipment as needed.
• Support the preparation of briefing and presentation materials.
• Support program budget development and the annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process.

Equipment & Supply Management

• Provide technical assistance in the management of Program Office equipment and supplies.
• Process and maintain acquisition purchase requests.
• Maintain office supply stock levels, order supplies, and coordinate delivery of new supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate the disposal of old equipment.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of combined experience performing the security duties described above, including at least 1 year of experience supporting management of personnel clearance tracking systems and verification of security clearances for projects.
• Experience in a front desk, reception, or office administration role is preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; equivalent experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Required Systems & Technical Knowledge

• Working proficiency with the Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
• Working proficiency with the Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS).
• Working proficiency with the Base Security Information Control System (BASICS II).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Comfort using standard office technology, including personal computers, telephones, printers, and copy machines.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills; comfortable as the first point of contact for visitors and staff.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize between front desk coverage and security responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Other Requirements

• Clearance: Must have an active DoD Secret-level clearance.
• Core Business Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm. Core hours are established at the discretion of the Government and are subject to change at any time based on mission requirements.
• Will perform work at a government facility.

Additional Information

Material & Equipment Directly Used: Personal computer, telephone, printer, copy machine, classified material destruction equipment, and other general office equipment.

Disclosure: This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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