Senior Program Security Specialist L3

Na Oiwi Kane; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

401(k)

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Tutulu LLC is seeking a Senior Program Security Specialist L3 to join the program security team at Kirtland AFB, NM. You will oversee collateral, SCI, and SAP security programs while coordinating DoD security operations for government customers.

You will work with DISS and JADE to manage security indoctrinations, visit processing, access control, and SOP development. Travel to industry and government sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligibility and US citizenship.
• 10+ years DoD experience in security programs.
• 4+ years in SAP/SCI environments within last 5 years.
• Experience with DoD security systems and JADE/DISS.
• Knowledge of DoD policy guidance (e.g., DoDM 5200.01, ICD 705-02).
• Ability to coordinate security operations and inspections and advise leadership.
• Willingness to travel to industry/government locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee personnel, physical, information, and industrial security requirements for DoD programs.
• Coordinate and conduct security operations within DISS/JADE and related systems.
• Develop and review SOPs, policies, and security guidance for program partners.
• Assist in government inspections and audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide subject-matter expertise to security personnel and senior leadership.

Skills

TS/SCI eligibility

DoD (10+ yrs)

SAP/SCI experience

Security policy knowledge

advisory leadership

Education

Master of Arts/Science/Engineering

CDSE Security Specialist Course

SPēD Certification

Tools

Scattered Castles/JWICS/SGN

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Senior Program Security Specialist L3

Location: Kirtland AFB, NM, 87117

Job Summary

Tutulu LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the Program Security Specialist L3 position. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented group of individuals committed to driving success.

In this crucial role, you will be an integral part of our program security team, ensuring comprehensive coverage of Collateral, SCI, and SAP security programs while efficiently managing daily workloads. You will oversee and execute personnel, physical, industrial, and information security requirements for our esteemed USSF Customer, coordinating all facets of DoD security programs with precision.

Your expertise will be vital in coordinating and conducting personnel security operations within the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE), ensuring seamless security indoctrinations to facilitate the rapid integration of our workforce. You will also be at the forefront of coordinating and executing in/out processing procedures for military, civilian, and contractor personnel, and providing access control within multiple secure facilities.

As a security subject matter expert and advisor, you will offer invaluable guidance to both civilian security personnel and senior leadership. Your support will extend to facilitating government inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

Moreover, you will be entrusted with conducting thorough reviews of current policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), presenting well-crafted SOP drafts and proposals to government decision-makers.

Skills/Experience Required

• Active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility
• 10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) work experience
• 4+ years experience in SAP/SCI environment and/or SCI environment within the last five years
• May be required to consent to and successfully complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph
• Experience working classified computer systems such as Scattered Castles/JWICS/SGN
• Spearheads implementation of robust processes across Physical Security (PHYSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Personnel Security (PERSEC), and Industrial Security (INDUSEC), ensuring comprehensive coverage and adherence to regulatory standards
• Performs destruction of classified materials
• Assists in processing of inbound and outbound data transfer files
• Performs research, processing, filing, and maintaining of inbound and outbound visit notices
• Escorts facility visitors, associated logs and badging for portfolio days
• Creates, updates and provides feedback on policies and procedures for use of secure facilities (SOPs, OPSEC plans, etc.), as required by the PSO, and mission partner security
• Utilizes Defense Information Security System (DISS), as the DoD enterprise system of record for SCI and Collateral Security PERSEC and the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) for Program PERSEC
• Verifies accesses, create program access requests (PARs), and determine Program access eligibility as a Special Access Program Personnel Security Officer (SPO)
• Understands and exercises the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP) for personnel
• Coordinates with Program Management on program access requests (PAR) and SCI nominations, ensuring proper vetting of candidates before access approval
• Reviews Program Security Classification Guides (SCGs) for administrative, formatting and marking purposes in coordination with responsible PM
• Conducts and documents facility reviews, and facility close-outs for supported programs
• Travels to support program management team to industry and/or government locations and organizations
• Must be Familiar with DoD Security Policy guidance and standards (i.e DoDM 5200.01, Vol 1-3, DoDM 5105.21 Vol 1-3, DoDM 5205.07 vol 1-4, ICD 705-02 etc.)
• Must be familiar with DD-254 DOD Contract Security Classification Specification, ensuring proper security guidance for the partner contractor to eliminate misunderstandings pertaining to classified work between government and industry

Requirements

Education/Certifications

• Master of Arts/Master of Science/Master of Engineering degree, equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of education equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of education
• Center for Development of Security excellence (CDSE) Security Specialist Course
• Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certification Program

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Tutulu, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Tutulu, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Tutulu, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tutulu, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

Location : Location

US-NM-Albuquerque

ID : 2026-3557

Category : Information Technology

Position Type : Full-Time