Security Program Analyst II

Akima; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, seeks a Security Program Analyst II to provide program support to the Department of State Diplomatic Security in Rosslyn, VA. The role focuses on Protecting Worldwide Protective Services programs and coordinating with DS officials and contractors to ensure compliant security operations.

The SPA II will analyze data, vet contractors, and assist in data integrity for DS/IP/OPO databases, reporting to senior management on security matters.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• 1 year of experience, six months specialized in administration of security-related programs.
• Background knowledge of security industry standards and Department of State security regulations, standards, and policies.
• Active SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the Worldwide Protective Services Division, including Global Canine (K9), DS Equipment Standardization, and Drug Testing contracts.
• Assist Facility Protection Division and Operational Support Division security programs as needed.
• Vet commercial contractors for duty under the Worldwide Protective Services contract and other DS tasks; coordinate with DS elements and vendors on security clearances.
• Analyze resumes and biographical data to ensure candidates meet contractual requirements of high threat and local guard programs.
• Use security data to determine appropriate responses to requests from the Department, Bureau, Post, and vendors.

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is seeking Security Program Analyst II to provide program support to the Department of State Diplomatic Security, located in Rosslyn, VA.

Responsibilities

• The SPA II is responsible for providing support for the Worldwide Protective Services Division, Worldwide Protective Services (WPS) programs, to include Global Canine (K9), DS Equipment Standardization, and Drug Testing contracts. The SPA assists, as needed, the Facility Protection Division and the Operational Support Division security programs.
• The SPA II works under the guidance of Government officials in DS/IP/OPO, Security Program Officer IIIs, IIs, and Security Program Officers.
• The SPA II shall be involved in the process of vetting commercial Contractors for duty under the Worldwide Protective Services contract (or other protective services contracts) and other Worldwide Protective Services Division tasks as directed. Coordinates with other DS elements and commercial vendors concerning security clearances; analyzes resumes and biographical data to ensure candidates successfully meet the contractual requirements of the high threat and non- traditional local guard security programs.
• The SPA II uses security experience and skills to analyze information submitted from a variety of other sources for validity, accuracy, applicability, and ensure data integrity of the databases maintained by DS/IP/OPO. Senior management and program officers will rely on information and advice from the SPA II to determine appropriate responses to requests from the Department, Bureau, Post, and commercial vendors.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree.
• One (1) year of experience, six (6) months of which must be specialized in administration of security-related programs
• Background knowledge of security industry standards and practices and/or Department of State security regulations, standards, and policies.
• Active SECRET clearance.

Job ID

2026-24611

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$95,000 - $101,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders,

ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers,

ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.

As an ADM employee,

you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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