Senior Security Architect – DoD Programs

Puyenpa Services LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k retirement savings plan with 401k

11 company paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Puyenpa is seeking a Senior Security Specialist – Administrative to support the F-35 JPO Security Services Contract in Arlington, VA. This role requires an active DoD Top Secret clearance and SAR eligibility, and is structured as a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position.

The Senior Security Specialist will serve as an SME across multiple security disciplines, providing guidance for security operations and briefing senior government leaders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related discipline; OR Bachelor's degree plus four additional years of directly related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform complex security functions and provide senior-level guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level security expertise across multiple security disciplines.
• Advise government leadership on security policies, procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop, review, and implement security processes to ensure compliance with DoD and program requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on security matters affecting program execution.
• Conduct security assessments, reviews, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Support security planning, policy development, program execution, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior government officials.
• Mentor junior and mid-level security personnel and provide SME across assigned functions.
• Support cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into program activities.
• Track, analyze, and resolve security issues impacting program operations and mission objectives.

Education

Master's degree in a related discipline

Bachelor's degree + 4 years related experience substituted for Master's

Job description

Puyenpa is seeking a Senior Security Specialist – Administrative to support the F-35 JPO Security Services Contract in Arlington, VA. This role requires an active DoD Top Secret clearance and SAR eligibility, and is structured as a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position.

The Senior Security Specialist will serve as an SME across multiple security disciplines, providing guidance for security operations and briefing senior government leaders.