Senior SAP Security Architect

Strategic Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Analysis, Inc. seeks a Principal SAP Security Specialist to oversee expert-level security for SAPs across programs. You’ll drive architectures, program protection, and policy improvements, while coordinating with PMOs and accreditation authorities in a complex, classified environment.

You will manage a team of SAP security specialists, advise leadership, and ensure compliance with DoD and IC security manuals. Limited regional travel is required.

Qualifications

• BS with a minimum of 10 years of related DoD or IC experience.
• TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph; CI polygraph within past 3 years highly desirable.
• Expert knowledge of SAP security principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Deep understanding of physical, personnel, and industrial security in SAP environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, briefing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead large security teams and manage complex projects.
• Experience as a program security representative for DoD/IC contracts.
• Fundamental knowledge of OPSEC, COMSEC, secure info transmission, and secure hardware transport.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of security architectures for highly sensitive SAP programs.
• Develop and implement advanced program protection strategies and monitor threats.
• Oversee SAP security documentation, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Direct OPSEC plans and activities; supervise accreditation efforts and relationships with authorities.
• Provide strategic security guidance in senior-level meetings and briefings.
• Lead security incident response and investigations; coordinate with DCSA and other agencies.
• Support organization in classified programs and ensure security support for all programs.

Skills

SAP security principles

Security leadership

Program protection

DoD/IC security frameworks

Briefing and communication

Education

BS in a related DoD/IC field

Job description

Strategic Analysis, Inc. seeks a Principal SAP Security Specialist to oversee expert-level security for SAPs across programs. You’ll drive architectures, program protection, and policy improvements, while coordinating with PMOs and accreditation authorities in a complex, classified environment.

You will manage a team of SAP security specialists, advise leadership, and ensure compliance with DoD and IC security manuals. Limited regional travel is required.