Senior Program Security Specialist L3 with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Tutulu, LLC is actively seeking a Senior Program Security Specialist L3 to manage security for DoD programs at multiple sites. You will oversee SCI, SAP, and Collateral programs and lead security operations for personnel, facilities, and information systems.

The role requires extensive DoD program security experience, TS/SCI clearance, and hands-on work with DISS/JADE. You will coordinate personnel processing and support government inspections, contributing to secure program execution.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 10+ years DoD experience preferred.
• 4+ years in SAP/SCI environments within last 5 years.
• Experience with DoD security programs and policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee personnel, physical, information, and industrial security for DoD programs.
• Coordinate access controls and vetting using DISS/JADE for SAP/SCI.
• Develop and review SOPs and security policies for government partners.
• Support inspections and audits and coordinate with government decision-makers.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD 10+ years

SAP/SCI experience

Security polygraph

Scattered Castles/JWICS/SGN

PHYSEC/INFOSEC/PERSEC/INDUSEC

Destruction of classified materials

PAR/ SAPNP vetting

DISS/JADE usage

Education

Master's degree

Tools

DISS

JADE

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.

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.

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.
• Posted Salary Range USD $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.