Security Specialist – Program Protection

ARMADA, Ltd.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMADA, Ltd. is seeking a Security Specialist - Program Protection to safeguard critical program information, components, and functions across the lifecycle.

The role includes protecting CPI, MCC, and MCF, supporting OPSEC plans, and mitigating supply chain risks on global programs. Responsibilities involve threat research, countermeasure recommendations, and coordinating with logistics and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Program Protection requirements, OPSEC methodologies, CPI/MCC/MCF identification processes, and SCRM principles.
• Ability to analyze threats, conduct vulnerability assessments, and recommend protective measures for critical program technologies.
• Experience supporting global mishap responses and executing security protocols under dynamic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying CPI, MCC, and MCF and implementing protection measures.
• Develop and implement an OPSEC Plan to safeguard CPI, MCC, and MCF across all phases.
• Provide security support during acquisition and sustainment activities, mitigating risks.
• Research threats and threat vectors; recommend protective countermeasures for critical technologies.
• Conduct SCRM to ensure integrity of the supply chain, including supplier risk reviews.
• Support mishap responses by executing on-site security protocols and traveling as needed.
• Collaborate with logistics to identify critical components and implement cost-effective security countermeasures.

Skills

Program Protection

OPSEC

CPI identification

MCC/MCF

Supply Chain Risk Management

Threat Analysis

Mishap response

Education

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

Job description

Job Information

Type: Full Time

Location: Arlington, Virgina

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Top Secret w/ SCI

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The Security Specialist - Program Protection supports the safeguarding of Critical Program Information, Mission Critical Components, and Mission Critical Functions throughout the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle. This role ensures protective measures are identified, implemented, and maintained to mitigate threats, supply chain risks, and exposures to critical technologies. It also provides OPSEC, SCRM, research, and mishap‑response support to preserve program integrity across global operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying Critical Program Information, Mission Critical Components, and Mission Critical Functions and implementing appropriate protection measures across the enterprise.
• Develop and implement an approved OPSEC Plan to safeguard CPI, MCC, and MCF throughout all phases of program operations.
• Provide Program Protection security support throughout acquisition and sustainment activities, ensuring risks are mitigated for all critical elements.
• Perform research on known threats and threat vectors and recommend countermeasures to protect critical program technologies.
• Conduct Supply Chain Risk Management functions to ensure integrity and security of the F‑35 supply chain.
• Support Observables, Identification, and Containment Working Group activities and contribute to related protection tasks.
• Support aircraft mishap responses by executing onsite security protocols to protect critical technologies and by traveling globally on short notice when required.
• Collaborate with logistics managers to support SCRM initiatives, identify critical components, review supplier risks, and recommend cost‑effective security countermeasures aligned with system design.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of Program Protection requirements, OPSEC methodologies, CPI/MCC/MCF identification processes, and supply chain risk management principles.
• Skilled in analyzing threats, conducting vulnerability assessments, and recommending protective measures for critical program technologies.
• Ability to support global mishap responses, apply security protocols under dynamic conditions, and execute critical technology protection actions.
• Skilled in developing OPSEC plans, supporting acquisition and sustainment protection activities, and coordinating SCRM tasks with logistics and technical personnel.
• Ability to evaluate supplier risks, identify critical components, and recommend practical and effective security countermeasures within program constraints.

Minimum/General Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience.

Minimum Education

• Master's Degree in relevant field; or a bachelor's degree and 4 additional years of relevant work experience.

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Special Notes

Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.