Security Specialist, Junior

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Quantico Base (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Jr. Security Specialist in the Quantico, VA area to support SAP security programs and procedures that protect highly sensitive information. You will assist in trainings, SOP development, and visitor management while maintaining compliance with DoW and company policies.

U.S. citizenship and a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility are required, along with a foundation in DoW, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility.
• High School Diploma; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of security program experience; SAP/SCI exposure a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of DoW, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Security Certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+) a plus; willingness to pursue CPP/ISP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for SAPs.
• Support SAP SOP development and enforcement.
• Assist in security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
• Support access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
• Help prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Handle classified materials in accordance with policy.
• Support audits and inspections to ensure DoW and company policy compliance.
• Periodically assist in inspecting facilities to support physical security.
• Interface with government customers and program staff on SAP security issues.
• Assist in coordinating incident response and reporting for security concerns.
• Maintain records for personnel security and SAP documentation.

Skills

Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligible

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientedJr. Security Specialistto join our team. The successful candidate will support the implementation of government security policies, procedures, and requirements for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within the organization. This role assists in protecting highly sensitive information, maintaining compliance with government and company regulations, and promoting a strong culture of security awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs.


• Support the development and enforcement of SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


• Assist in conducting security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.


• Support the management of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.


• Help prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.


• Assist in receiving, distributing, inventorying, reproducing, and disposing of classified materials in accordance with policy.


• Support audits and inspections to help ensure compliance with DoW and company policies.


• Periodically assist in inspecting facilities/spaces to support compliance with physical security measures.


• Interface, under supervision, with government customers, program managers, and internal staff regarding SAP security issues.


• Assist in coordinating incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.


• Maintain accurate records for personnel security, visit requests, and SAP documentation.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and aTop-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility.


• High School Diploma (associate or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred).


• 1-3 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus.


• Foundational knowledge or familiarity with DoW, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


• Relevant or entry-level security certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+ or similar) are a plus, with willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g., SPeD, ISP, CPP) over time.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $115,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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