Special Security Technician - Mid

Cherokee Federal; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge seeks a Special Security Technician to support USSOCOM. You will oversee SCI security across SCIFs, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with programs and policies.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain a polygraph, with strong incident and training capabilities. Responsibilities include safeguarding SCI materials, certifying clearances, maintaining security systems, and preparing for inspections.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain polygraph.
• Experience in managing SCIF operations and SCI program policies.
• Knowledge of security controls for sensitive materials and incidents.
• Ability to certify visitor clearances and manage personnel security actions.
• Experience with security education and training programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SCI security program and SCIFs under cognizance.
• Manage SCI materials handling, storage, transport, and destruction.
• Certify and process SCI visitor clearances and nominations.
• Maintain DISS records and security infrastructure.
• Conduct security briefings and incident investigations.

Skills

SCI security program management

Security training & education

Incident response

Compliance & inspections

Access control management

Security logs & records

Tools

DISS

TEMPEST

TSCM

IDS

Job description

Special Security Technician - Mid

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph to be considered.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a Special Security Technician to support USSOCOM. The Special Security Technician manages SCIF operations ensuring alignment with client priorities by safeguarding sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and maintaining compliance with SCI program policies, directives, and procedures.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• other possible benefits as provided

Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Special Security Technician - Mid Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the SCI security program, including security oversight for other SCIFs under the organization’s cognizance.
• Key responsibilities include accounting for, controlling, transmitting, transporting, packaging, and safeguarding SCI, as well as ensuring its destruction by authorized means.
• Serve as the official channel for certifying and receiving SCI visitor clearances, manages personnel security actions such as nomination interviews and SCI access validations, and conducts security briefings that emphasize unauthorized disclosure awareness and reporting.
• Maintain the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or successor system to ensure personnel records are accurate and up to date, while also managing physical, information, and technical security measures, including TEMPEST and TSCM procedures.
• Supervise annual self-assessments, report findings to DIA CI and Security Office
• Assist with the investigation of unauthorized disclosure of classified information
• Conduct SCI security education and training programs
• Maintain SCIF Accreditation documentations
• Validate DD Form 254s
• Manage the facility’s access control system, including enrolling new personnel, issuing badges, and assigning permissions based on clearance and need-to-know.
• Conduct daily security checks of the building, verifying the proper function of doors, locks, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and alarms.
• Respond to, investigate, and document security alarms and anomalies.
• Ensure un-cleared personnel (e.g., maintenance, cleaners, non-SCI cleared IT) performing work inside the building are escorted and continuously monitored.
• Perform end-of-day security checks to ensure all classified materials are secured in approved containers and all security systems are armed.
• Manage the inventory, control, and destruction of all classified IT media (e.g., hard drives, USB devices, CDs).
• Process visitor access requests, verifying clearances and approvals through approved systems (i.e. Defense Information System for Security).
• Assist the Special Security Officer (SSO) with security indoctrinations ("read-ins") for newly cleared personnel.
• Provide security awareness reminders and enforce security protocols (e.g., prohibited items, proper document handling) with all facility occupants.
• Maintain meticulous security logs and records for facility access, visitor control, safe combinations, and classified material destruction.
• Assist in preparing the facility and its documentation for official security inspections and audits by accrediting authorities.
• Manage combinations for safes, vaults, and secure doors, performing changes on a regular schedule or as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Special Security Technician - Mid Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph
• Minimum 8 years of experience related to Physical and Information Security.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge, understanding, and experience in managing and implementing security protocols for sensitive and classified programs
• Demonstrated understanding of developing, implementing, and enforcing security programs
• Familiar with ensuring the proper handling, storage, and destruction of classified materials, including both physical documents and electronic data.
• Experienced in conducting security education and training
• Incident Response: Investigating and reporting all security incidents, infractions, and violations.
• Compliance & Inspections: Conducting regular self-inspections and preparing for external compliance inspections to ensure all security protocols are being followed
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Strategic Edge (CSE) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSE, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

• Security Specialist
• Special Security Officer
• PPS&I Security Specialist
• Information Security Officer
• Personnel Security Specialist

Keywords:

• Industrial Security
• Special Security
• SAP
• SCIF Accreditation
• DISS

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