Security Specialist Generalist

Akima, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Aima Data Management in Reston, Virginia is seeking a Security Specialist Generalist to join our team of outstanding professionals. You will serve as a subject-matter expert across security disciplines and oversee programs to protect information, facilities and personnel.

Applicants must hold SFPC or obtain within six months, possess US government security program experience, and have a Bachelor's degree or 10 years of military service, plus a current Top-Secret clearance with SCI.

Qualifications

• SFPC certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience supporting US government security programs.
• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years military service.
• Strong writing and briefing skills for stakeholders.
• Experience reviewing and protecting classified information (Collateral/SCI).
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME in one or more security disciplines: Industrial, Personnel, Physical, Information, SCI, etc.
• Manage and implement security programs; liaise with managers, SMEs, and customers.
• Analyze, plan, and evaluate security policies, procedures, standards, and training.
• Conduct security studies and assessments; brief policy positions on security programs.
• Prepare written reports; coordinate with agencies and partners to improve programs.

Skills

SFPC certification

US government security programs

Bachelor's degree

Strong writing

Handling classified information

50 lbs capable

Top-Secret SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or 10 years military service

Job description

Aima Data Management is looking for a Security Specialist Generalist to work in Reston, Virginia. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Security Specialist and has experience and knowledge working as a subject matter expert in one or more of the following security disciplines: Industrial Security, Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Security, Operations Security, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security,
• Responsible for the management, implementation, interpretation, and development of the security program(s). Manages the day‑to‑day operations of assigned areas and acts as a liaison with higher‑level managers, subject matter experts, and customers both within and outside the Agency.
• Analyzes, plans, advises, and evaluates the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting the information, operations, facilities, and/or personnel of the Agency from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss.
• Conducts security studies, assessments, and surveys and provides recommendations and briefings on policy/position papers relative to Personnel, Physical, Information, Special Compartmented Information/Special Access Programs, Operations, Industrial, Anti‑terrorism/Force Protection, and Information Security programs.
• Prepares written reports and assessments and makes recommendations for corrective action. Coordinates within the Agency, other US agencies, military services, and state, local, and tribal partners to resolve security concerns and to improve security programs. Ensures security standards are being administered by reviewing and making recommendations regarding existing policies, procedures, and techniques and develops new or modifies existing security policies, processes, and procedures in assigned areas.

Qualifications

• Security Fundamentals professional Certification (SFPC), or the ability to obtain certification within six months of onboarding date.
• Experience supporting Security related programs with US government.
• Bachelor’s Degree or 10 years military service required.
• Strong writing and reporting skills, with the demonstrated ability to brief high level customer stakeholders and senior staff.
• Experience in reviewing, handling and protecting classified information (Collateral and SCI).
• Candidate must be able to carry up to 50lbs.
• Current Top‑Secret Clearance with SCI.

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.