Senior Security Specialist: SCI, Policy & Ops (On-Site)

Akima, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima Data Management is seeking a Security Specialist Generalist to join our Reston, Virginia team on-site for a temporary assignment ending no later than 11/30/26. The role focuses on developing and managing security programs across multiple disciplines, including info, personnel, physical, and industrial security, with SCI clearance as a requirement.

You will collaborate with government customers and internal stakeholders to analyze policies, implement safeguards, and brief senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and reporting skills demonstrated for briefing high-level stakeholders.
• SFPC certification or ability to obtain within six months of onboarding.
• Candidate must be able to carry up to 50 lbs and work in Reston, VA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Security Specialist SME in disciplines such as Industrial, Personnel, Physical, Information, and SCI Security.
• Manage and implement security programs; liaison with managers, SMEs, and customers.
• Develop and evaluate policies, standards, training, and methods to protect information, operations, facilities and personnel.
• Prepare written reports and assessments; coordinate with agencies to resolve security concerns and improve programs.
• Review and modify security policies and procedures in assigned areas.

Skills

Strong writing and reporting skills

SFPC certification readiness

Carry up to 50lbs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 10 years military service

Job description

Akima Data Management is seeking a Security Specialist Generalist to join our Reston, Virginia team on-site for a temporary assignment ending no later than 11/30/26. The role focuses on developing and managing security programs across multiple disciplines, including info, personnel, physical, and industrial security, with SCI clearance as a requirement.

You will collaborate with government customers and internal stakeholders to analyze policies, implement safeguards, and brief senior leaders.