Senior Security Program Protection Specialist

Assured Consulting Solutions; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Assured Consulting Solutions is hiring a Senior Security Program Protection Specialist to support the Research Directorate at the NGA in Springfield, VA. The role involves providing security classification guidance and assessing classified and controlled information.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, 15 years of experience, and a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility. Strong knowledge of program protection and security management is essential for this full-time position with a focus on collaboration in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of total work experience in relevant fields.
• Experience with research and technology protection.
• Effective communication skills in verbal and written formats.

Responsibilities

• Provide system security analysis and program documentation.
• Research and recommend program protection strategies.
• Develop and maintain Program Protection Plans.

Skills

Experience in developing, staffing and managing security programs

Research and technology protection

Program protection planning

Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Willingness to sit for a CI Poly

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

DoDI 5200.1 Information Security

DoDI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information

DoDI 5230.24 Distribution Statements

Job description

Job Status

Position is funded/active contingent upon acceptance by customer.

Location

Springfield, VA (full time onsite)

Clearance Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a current and active TS clearance with SCI eligibility; willingness to sit for a CI Polygraph.

Background

Assured Consulting Solutions (ACS) is seeking a Senior Security Program Protection Specialist to provide support for the Research Directorate at the National Geospatial‑Intelligence Agency (NGA) onsite in Springfield, VA. The Research and Technology Protection (RTP) team develops and provides subject matter expertise in providing day‑to‑day security classification guidance and assessments of classified and controlled unclassified information GEOINT campaigns and program tools development within the NGA Research Offices and Divisions. RTP is a security risk management process that identifies and safeguards both technical and programmatic information from concept through transition to a mission partner. RTP analyzes information and processes to ensure security of information and technology to safeguard U.S. Government, National Security, and the Intelligence Community interests against unauthorized disclosure. Additionally, RTP applies operations security and selected countermeasures to the protection of critical information generated by the NGA Research workforce.

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.

The Essential Functions Of This Position Include

• 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.

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