Special Access Program Security Specialist (TS/SCI)

Krilla Kaleiwahea (K2); Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Mission-critical exposure

Growth path opportunities

Job summary

A leading government contracting firm in Honolulu is seeking a Special Access Program Security Specialist to provide expert guidance on security policies for federal projects. The ideal candidate should have TS/SCI clearance and experience in SAP/SAR security management. This role involves advising senior leadership and ensuring compliance across multiple security disciplines. The compensation ranges from $120K to $145K, with relocation assistance up to $5,000 and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required.
• Demonstrated experience in SAP/SAR security management.
• Extensive knowledge of DoD and USSF SAP policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Special Access Program security subject matter expert.
• Develop, plan, and oversee SAP/SAR security requirements.
• Analyze DoD security concepts to resolve complex challenges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Risk assessment skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

This role is based in Honolulu, HI. We offer relocation assistance up to $5,000.

Company Description

Krilla Kaleiwahea (K2) is an 8(a) Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) government contracting company. K2 leverages a culture of efficiency, speed, and excellence from the private sector to deliver exceptional solutions for government projects. With a mission-focused approach, K2 is committed to achieving results that drive success for federal clients while fostering meaningful collaboration with the communities we serve.

Role Description

The SFI Special Access Program Security Specialist serves as the C-FLDCOM Special Access Program (SAP) Security Specialist and is the principal subject matter expert and security advisor to senior C-FLDCOM leadership. This role provides expert guidance on USSF, DoD, and national-level SAP policy and management, covering a wide range of security disciplines, including personnel, operations, Automated Information Systems (AIS), industrial, information, physical, and communications security. The specialist develops, implements, and manages comprehensive SAP/SAR security programs, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and providing risk mitigation strategies to support mission assurance for highly sensitive operations at the collateral, SCI, and SAP levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Special Access Program security subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership on policy, management, and implementation of SAP/SAR programs.
• Develop, plan, and oversee SAP/SAR security requirements and responsibilities across all security disciplines (personnel, operations, AIS, industrial, information, physical, and communications).
• Analyze, interpret, and evaluate DoD, DAF, USSF, and other agency security concepts, principles, and practices to resolve complex security challenges and formulate effective management programs.
• Oversee the creation and execution of comprehensive security program plans, covering all functional aspects (physical, information, personnel, IT).
• Research, identify, and formalize risk avoidance and mitigation requirements; recommend specifications and responses to emerging threats.
• Recommend and implement management controls, milestones, incident tracking, and reviews to ensure early detection and resolution of security issues.
• Enforce operational, functional, and mission assurance aspects of SAP programs, including validation of access requirements, personnel security investigations, and maintenance of adverse information files.
• Advise on program goals, policy implementation, procedures, and work plans for C-FLDCOM-wide personnel security programs.
• Ensure physical security standards for construction, modification, and protection of facilities at collateral, SCI, and SAP levels, both domestically and internationally.
• Review Fixed Facility Checklists, conduct self-inspections, and prepare requests for SAPF/SCIFs and Temporary Secure Working Areas (TSWA).
• Oversee security for SAPFs and SCIFs during construction, renovation, and modification; review project plans for compliance with security standards.
• Prepare co-utilization agreements for shared facilities and draft facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with multi-level security guidelines.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in SAP/SAR security management, including collateral, SCI, and SAP levels.
• Knowledge: Extensive working knowledge of DoD, DAF, USSF, and national-level SAP policies and security disciplines (personnel, operations, AIS, industrial, information, physical, communications).
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills; ability to interpret complex regulations and develop effective security programs.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience drafting SOPs, agreements, and security documentation.
• Leadership: Proven ability to advise senior leadership and manage cross-functional security programs.

Compensation

$120K–$145K salary + $5K relocation expenses to Honolulu, HI + mission-critical exposure + growth path