Senior Program Protection Management Analyst

Technology Security Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,208 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

Technology Security Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Protection Management Analyst in Maryland to coordinate efforts in securing critical program information (CPI). The role requires 8 years of experience in program protection and knowledge of various security disciplines.

The position involves managing program protection efforts and ensuring compliance with security regulations, along with providing leadership and operational support. Competitive hourly compensation is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Program Protection.
• Experience with security disciplines such as PHYSEC, PERSEC, INFOSEC, INDUSEC, and Cyber Security.
• Knowledge of DoD and Service Directives.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost, schedule, and performance of technology protection efforts.
• Act as the main point of contact for Government Program Manager.
• Contribute to program efforts in cost management, schedule estimation, and quality assurance.
• Lead technical assessments of CPI and security plans.
• Disseminate TP policies and manage implementation of security processes.

Skills

Program Protection experience

Basic understanding of security disciplines

Working knowledge of DoD regulations

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Senior Program Protection Management Analyst

Overview:

Coordinate program efforts to protect critical program information (CPI) with minimal cost, schedule or performance impact. Provide assistance to activities and supporting government organizations, as well as Research and Technology Protection (RTP) support to technology initiatives. Provides operational and administrative security support to dynamic NAVAIR program offices. Demonstrate the integration of threat evaluations, vulnerability analyses, risk assessments and customer needs with engineering practices. The position requires leadership, training and development skills.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the cost, schedule and performance of technology protection effort.
• Serve as the main TP point of contact (POC) for the Government Program Manager and the Contractors senior management.
• Directly contribute to program efforts in several areas, including cost management/avoidance, schedule estimation and tracking, contract performance management, risk management, requirements analysis and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure proper performance of tasks necessary to ensure the most efficient and effective execution of the contract.
• Utilize expert communication skills needed to direct the skilled technical resources and report on the technical progress, issues and problem areas, as well as write and review technical documents.
• Lead technical assessments of CPI, Security Classification Guides (SCGs) and Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Facilitate Technology Protection Integrated Product Teams (IPT) in the analysis of programs for potential CPI, the evaluation and identification of CPI, and the development and commendation of appropriate countermeasures to protect CPI to program management for their consideration.
• Disseminate TP policies and best practices, while effectively managing implementation of Critical Program Information (CPI) identification, Program Protection Planning (PPP), Operational Security (OPSEC), Classification Management and Foreign Disclosure (FD) planning processes to ensure mission success
• Produce reports, and assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of RTP and security policy

Required Experience and Skills:

• 8 years of experience in Program Protection is required.
• Basic understanding of the various security disciplines such as Physical Security (PHYSEC), Personnel Security (PERSEC), Information System Security (INFOSEC), Industrial Security (INDUSEC), and Cyber Security.
• Working knowledge of appropriate DoD and Service Directives, Regulations, Instructions and guidelines.

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Experience with Anti-Tamper Engineering is a plus.

Required Education:

• HS Diploma

Required Security Clearance:

• Active SECRET required; Top Secret, SCI eligible is desired

TSA is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employees. The salary range for this position is $80/hr - $85/hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. JHNA/TSA 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.

JHNA/TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.