Security Specialist, Junior

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

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS seeks a motivated Jr. Security Specialist to support government SAP security programs. You will help implement security policies, ensure compliance, and promote security awareness across personnel.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in security, DoD/NISPOM knowledge, and a willingness to pursue professional certifications. Role requires Top-Secret/S CI clearance and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• Foundational knowledge of DoD, NISPOM and ICD security requirements.
• 1–3 years of security program experience; SAPs/SCI exposure a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g., ISP, CPP) over time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for SAPs.
• Support SAP SOP development and enforcement.
• Conduce security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
• Manage access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
• Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
• Handle classified materials per policy (receiving, inventory, disposal).
• Support audits/inspections to ensure DoD and company compliance.
• Periodically inspect facilities to ensure physical security.

Skills

Top-Secret SCI clearance

DoD/NISPOM/ICD knowledge

Security program experience

Excellent communication

Certifications willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Related degree preferred (associate/bachelor)

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 DoD 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 DoD, 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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