Security Specialist, Junior

American Systems; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Jr. Security Specialist to support SAP security programs and safeguard highly sensitive information within a DoD-aligned framework. This role focuses on compliance, documentation, and security awareness across SAP activities.

You will assist in briefings, access control, incident reporting, and recordkeeping while collaborating with government customers, program managers, and staff. Opportunities for professional certifications are available.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and a Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility.
• High School Diploma; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented and organized.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+) a plus with willingness to pursue more.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for SAPs.
• Support the development and enforcement of SAP 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 handling classified materials per policy.

Skills

Clearance handling SCI with eligible

Security procedures

Verbal and written communication

Recordkeeping

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree 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 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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