Senior Security Program Protection Specialist

Assured Consulting Solutions; Security (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Assured Consulting Solutions seeks a Senior Security Program Protection Specialist in Springfield, VA. This full-time role requires analyzing security systems and developing protection plans. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree, 15+ years of experience, and a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. The position emphasizes collaboration with government entities and managing program-specific security risks while working onsite in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 15 years of total work experience is required.
• Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility is mandatory.
• Willingness to sit for a CI Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Perform system security analysis and manage program documentation.
• Develop Program Protection Plans for assigned programs.
• Conduct security risk assessments for NGA's research efforts.

Skills

Program protection planning

Security programs development

Risk assessment analysis

Communication skills

Ability to work in SCIF environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

DoDI 5200.1

DoDI 5000.83

DoD Technology and Program Protection Guidebook

Job description

Overview

Position: Senior Security Program Protection Specialist

Location: Springfield, VA

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 257

# of Openings: 1

Job Status: Position is funded/active contingent upon acceptance by customer

Clearance Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a current and active TS clearance with SCI eligibility; willingness to sit for a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Provide system security analysis and program documentation and risk assessment analysis in support of the RTP mission.
• Research and recommend long and short-term program protection strategies and tactics for new and established programs, or to address program extensions or changes in program direction.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive picture of the threats to NGA Research programs.
• Create, coordinate, and maintain Program Protection Plans for all assigned programs.
• Assist in the identification of potential program vulnerabilities that could be exploited. This includes determining and applying appropriate security requirements (e.g. physical, information, personnel, etc.) and tasks relative to the specific technology programs to be protected.
• Assess the impact of compromising or losing NGA R&D information.
• Perform overall security risk assessment for NGA’s research efforts.
• Provide pros and cons associated with proposed risk mitigation options.
• Assist with reviewing and establishing additional technical and process-related security classification guidance for new concepts developed by the Offices and Pods.
• Develop uniquely tailored classification guidelines for innovative GEOINT tools development and GEOINT data and specialized handling and dissemination instructions for Intelligence materials and specialized GEOINT programs and publications from NGA/Research.
• Provide expert advice and assistance regarding the protection of classified information, classification management, special security, industrial security, security education and training, and security investigations.
• Coordinate with PMs and OGC to identify export-controlled/ITAR restricted technologies in development within NGA Research.
• Provide briefings and assist in briefings for NGA Research workforce on evolving security policies and guidance, including foreign Government relationships.
• Apply subject matter expert knowledge of Executive Order 13526, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and DoD Information Security Manuals.
• Apply Business Intelligence (BI) and social network analysis to illuminate threats, vulnerabilities, and opportunities for exploitation within traditional and nontraditional supply chains, networks of individuals, financial and non-financial business activities, technology trends, academic partnerships and research collaborations.
• Identify, characterize and analyze the capacity and maturity of the technology, innovation, development, and manufacturing ecosystem, including tiered and sub-tiered supplier bases, both domestic and foreign, to develop, deliver, and evolve critical enabling technologies and components.
• Provide other OPSEC support, to include identification of critical program information (CPI), threat analysis, developing, and coordinating program OPSEC plans.
• Plan, coordinate, execute security support for meetings. Attend program related meetings/events to monitor progress and plan for upcoming program security needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 15 years of total work experience
• Experience in developing, staffing and managing security programs for Research and Development
• Experience with research and technology protection (RTP)
• Experience with program protection (P2) planning (PPP)
• Working knowledge in any of the following:
  • DoDI 5200.1 Information Security
  • DoDI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information
  • IC Markings Guide
  • DoDI 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents
  • DoDI 5200.39 Critical Program Information
  • DoDI 5000.83 Technology and Program Protection to Maintain Technology Advantage
  • DoD Technology and Program Protection Guidebook
• Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Willingness to sit for a CI Poly

Desired Qualifications

• NGA experience
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
• Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC)
• Security Program Integration Professional Certificate (SPIPC)
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
• Master's or PhD degree

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience

15+ years of total work experience

Essential Job Functions

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to identify the essential functions of a position to determine whether an individual is qualified. Essential job functions are the fundamental duties of the position that must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work onsite in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with government customers, technical teams, and cross-functional partners
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to comply with all security requirements, including handling classified information in secure environments
• Ability to analyze requirements and contribute to solutions in a mission-driven environment
• Ability to support functional planning, risk identification, and process improvement initiatives
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines

Position Type: Full-Time

Shift

Day

Export Control: For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ACS may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Assured Consulting Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. ACS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ACS does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.

Assured Consulting Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or email [e-mail]. Assured Consulting Solutions invites any applicant and / or employee to review our written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request during normal business hours at the HR office.