Sr. Special Security Technician with Security Clearance

Prescient Edge; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prescient Edge is seeking a seasoned security professional to manage SCI/SCIF operations at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly potential and a strong track record in safeguarding classified information.

You will oversee security programs, access control, incident response, and audits, collaborating with the DIA and security offices to maintain accreditation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Physical and Information Security.
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols for sensitive and classified programs.
• Experience developing, implementing, and enforcing security programs.
• Experience handling, storing, and destroying classified materials (physical and electronic).
• Experience in security education and training.
• Strong incident response capabilities: investigate and report security incidents.
• Ability to conduct regular self-inspections and assist external compliance inspections.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• SST shall manage SCIF operations ensuring alignment with JTF-SREC priorities by safeguarding sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and maintaining compliance with SCI program policies, directives, and procedures.
• SST shall 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.
• SST shall 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.
• They maintain the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) [GA2.1]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.
• Should perform tasks such as:
• 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 documentation.
• 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.

Skills

Physical security

Information security

Security program management

Incident response

Security training

Access control

Self-inspections

Tools

DISS system

Job description

Please note that the availability of this position is contingent upon contract award.

Benefits

At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits package that includes:

• A competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
• A substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
• A positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

Description

• SST shall manage SCIF operations ensuring alignment with JTF-SREC priorities by safeguarding sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and maintaining compliance with SCI program policies, directives, and procedures.
• SST shall 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.
• SST shall 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.
• They maintain the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) [GA2.1]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.
• Should perform tasks such as:
  • 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 documentation.
  • 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.

Desired experience

• Minimum 12 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 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.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and with minimal oversight.

Security clearance

• Active TS/SCI and with the ability to obtain a CI Poly if needed.

Location

• HQ USSOCOM, MacDill AFB, FL.