Special Access Program (SAP) Security Support II

Tactica Solutions, LLC.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactica Solutions LLC is seeking a mid-level SAP Security Support – Security Specialist Level II to support DTRA program security, SAPs, and related compartments. The role emphasizes policy development, documentation, and security awareness across complex SAP environments.

The candidate will write SOPs, CONOPS, SCGs, and accreditation materials, coordinate access with other agencies, and assist with inspections and reporting requirements. Some travel to NCR and other locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of SAP security management principles, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of SAP marking requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing and implementing SAP security policy, SOPs, CONOPS, and TSPs; advise on SCGs for SAPs.
• Advise officials on security issues including threat assessments and risk mitigation.
• Monitor assessment and authorization processes for program areas and IT systems.
• Develop and administer SAP security awareness and training programs.
• Coordinate for access to SAPs and develop CUAs/MOUs; facilitate SAPNP reviews.
• Prepare SAPF accreditation documents and maintain organized records; support inspections.
• Interface with OSW level personnel on security matters and explain actions taken.
• Assist in core compliance inspections and follow-up actions to close findings.
• Provide support for Government-required access requests and related tasking.

Skills

SAP security policies

SAP reporting

SAP marking

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Overview

The Special Access Program (SAP) Security Support – Security Specialist Level II provides mid-level SAP security support for DTRA programs, compartments, sub-compartments, projects, and facilities. This role assists with SAP security policy, SOPs, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), Transportation Security Plans (TSPs), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), SAPF accreditation documentation, inspections, assessment and authorization activities, access coordination, and security awareness education. The ideal candidate has detailed knowledge of SAP security management procedures, SAP markings, and SAP reporting requirements, with strong writing, briefing, coordination, and customer support skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in writing and implementing SAP security policy, SOPs, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), and Transportation Security Plans (TSPs) and advise and assist PM in the development of Security Classification Guides (SCGs) for all SAPs, to include those complex in nature. Personnel performing this duty must possess strong writing skills.
• Advise senior officials on a broad range of program security issues including system threat vulnerability assessments, system security requirements, architectures, and security risk mitigation plans. Assist clients in researching and defining security problems. Personnel performing this duty must possess strong oral communication skills, the ability to relate to a diverse customer base, and general knowledge of DoW operations. Must be capable of operating in the NCR and other locations as required.
• Monitor assessment and authorization process for program areas and Information Technology systems.
• Assist in developing and administering a SAP security awareness education program that includes annual refresher training and utilizes continuing education tools such as newsletters, pamphlets, and briefings, etc.
• Provide support for all DTRA SAPs, Compartments, Sub-Compartments and Projects. This includes coordination for all DTRA personnel requiring access to other federal agency’s SAPs (Program Access Requests), developing Co-Use Agreements (CUA), Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Facilitates Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP) reviews for all personnel submitted for access to SAPs, Compartments, Sub-Compartments, and Projects.
• Develop all SAPF accreditation documentation for each SAPF and organize its tabbed binder. Additionally electronic sources and data should be filed within a defined graphic user interface database.
• Assist in the inspection of SAPFs under DTRA control to ensure compliance with established applicable documents as listed in Section 5.0. This will be done on an annual basis or as requested by the government. Must possess the ability to document the results of the inspection in writing and effectively present briefings of a visual and oral nature regarding those results.
• Interface with personnel at the OSW level related to security matters and be capable of explaining the reason security actions were taken or are about to be taken in support of the program.
• Assist in conducting core compliance inspections at program locations and assisting in “get well” processes following those inspections with security shortfalls, deficiencies or significant findings or an unsatisfactory rating.
• Provide direct support to the DTRA Alternative Compensatory Control Measure program through validation of need-to-know, scheduling briefings, submitting accesses and other tasking as required by policy.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree.
• Three (3) years of experience working within a Special Access Program (SAP) environment.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Detailed knowledge of SAP security management principles, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of SAP marking requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP reporting requirements.

Required Training

• Completion of the SAP Mid-Level Security Management Course (SA201.01), or an equivalent course.

Location:

Fort Belvoir, VA

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting weight up to thirty (30) pounds as necessary.

Tactica Solutions LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all-encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Tactica Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.