Security Specialist (Active Interim Secret Clearance or above)

Akima; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contracting company is seeking a Security Specialist to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This position requires expertise in Department of the Navy security protocols, managing anti-terrorism measures, and operational support. Applicants must have at least three years of relevant experience and an Interim Secret clearance or higher. Strong communication and technical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in anti-terrorism force protection and emergency management.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Interim Secret clearance or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage Department of the Navy Physical Security.
• Conduct facility walkthroughs and prepare reports.
• Develop classified space security procedures.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Security Specialist (Active Interim Secret Clearance or above)

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Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is hiring a Security Specialist to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren, VA. The role involves on-site operational support for the Corporate Operations Department, Security Division, with expertise in Department of the Navy (DON) Antiterrorism Force Protection (AT/FP) and Emergency Management (EM) programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support Department of the Navy (DoN) Physical Security (PHYSEC), including the Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) Program.
• Conduct facility walkthroughs, inspections, surveys, and prepare reports.
• Manage foreign national visits and review security plans.
• Support annual physical security surveys and update Critical Asset Lists and MEVAs.
• Utilize Lenel access control system and develop security work requests.
• Handle secure lock combinations and coordinate lock issues.
• Develop and implement classified space security procedures.
• Assist with anti-terrorism measures, including administrative checks and reporting.
• Support physical security pre-accreditation and develop SOPs for classified spaces.
• Manage command key control program and track lock combinations.
• Support Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection activities and review Individual Anti-Terrorism Plans.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience in anti-terrorism force protection and emergency management.
• High School Diploma.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Clearance at the Interim Secret level or higher.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOD/DON security policies, including OPNAVIST 5530.13C and OPNAVINST F3300.53C.

Additional Details

Job ID: 2025-17560

Work Type: On-Site

Company: Akima Systems Engineering, supporting shareholder communities in Alaska, delivering solutions across the Department of Defense, with a focus on innovation, diversity, and growth opportunities.