Security Assistant

Armada LTD; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Armada LTD is looking for a Full Time Security Assistant in Arlington, Virginia. The role requires maintaining accountability for SCI materials and processing visit requests. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of experience in an administrative support role within a TS/SCI environment.

Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS office applications are essential. The position does not offer relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in administrative support within a TS/SCI environment.
• Experience in preparing classified correspondence.
• Accountability for all SCI material.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for all SCI material.
• Process visit requests using DISS and JWICS.
• Manage physical access to TS/SCI spaces.

Skills

Clear communication

Customer service skills

Computer operation

Knowledge of office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Security Assistant

Type: Full Time

Location: Ballston, Virgina

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain 100% accountability for all SCI material, preparing it for correspondence and approved transmission via the Defense Courier Service (DEFCOS).
• Process SCI-level visit requests using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and the JWICS network.
• Manage physical access to TS/SCI spaces and coordinate all TS/SCI level meetings and video teleconferences (VTCs).
• Review Standard Form 86 (SF 86) submissions for completeness and accuracy prior to official submission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to provide clear, concise, and accurate written and verbal communication.
• Skill in satisfactorily dealing with customers.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.

Minimum/General Experience

• At least two (2) years of experience working in an administrative support role within a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) environment. Experience must include:
  • Preparing classified correspondence.
  • Exercising accountability for all SCI material at the facility.
  • Processing visit requests for SCI level meetings using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System (JWICS) network.
  • Preparing and arranging TS/SCI level meetings and video teleconferences.
  • Reviewing submissions of Standard Form 86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions.

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.