Supervisory Security Specialist, SSC/SW

Space Systems Command; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command in Chantilly, VA seeks a Supervisory Security Specialist to lead security and program protection for complex acquisition programs. The role requires strategic planning, resource management, and cross‑organization partnerships to deliver compliant, efficient security solutions in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will guide policy, manage personnel and resources, and provide trusted senior leadership guidance across government, industry, and oversight bodies,

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Space Force acquisitions programs and security processes.
• Understanding of program planning, budget and financial management cycles and policies.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex facts and develop programming and budgetary strategies.
• Ability to identify problems, develop and implement innovative detailed strategies to resolve a wide range of programming, budgetary, financial and management issues.
• Ability to negotiate resolution of complex budget and financial execution issues.
• Ability to interpret and apply fiscal policy and financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to execute complex projects and/or studies within established time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups within and outside immediate work unit including field-level representatives.
• Ability to advise senior leaders, Program Executive Officers, Program Element Monitors and field-level representatives.

Skills

Space Force acquisitions

Budget/financial management

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Budget negotiation

Fiscal policy compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder relationships

Executive advisement

Job description

• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

The United States Space Force (USSF) at the Pentagon is searching for a Supervisory Security Specialist to support SSC/SW (NH-0080-04, GS-14/15 Equivalent). Description: Seeking a dynamic, mission focused leader to oversee integrated security and program protection activities supporting complex acquisition programs.

The ideal candidate brings expert experience leading diverse teams, shaping policy and operational priorities, managing resources, and resolving challenging security, personnel, financial, and program management issues.

This individual will build strong partnerships across government, industry, and oversight organizations; provide trusted advice to senior leaders; and ensure security requirements are effectively incorporated into planning, execution, and sustainment activities. Success requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to deliver compliant, efficient, and customer focused solutions in a fast paced environment.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a senior security and program management professional with demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams in support of complex acquisition and mission programs. The candidate provides strategic direction, establishes priorities, manages resources, and ensures the effective delivery of personnel, physical, information, industrial, and program protection security services.

They are skilled in supervising civilian and contractor personnel; developing performance expectations; fostering an inclusive, accountable work environment; and applying sound judgment to resolve sensitive personnel, compliance safety, and operational issues. The candidate will be comfortable operating with broad policy guidance, developing practical solutions to complex problems, and ensuring security requirements are integrated throughout program planning and execution.

The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of acquisition security processes, program protection, planning, budgeting, financial management, and applicable security policies and procedures. They can analyze complex technical, operational, financial, and management issues; develop innovative strategies; and communicate clear, actionable recommendations to senior leaders and external stakeholders.

Success in this role requires the ability to build effective partnerships across government, oversight organizations, industry, and other mission partners; provide expert guidance and training; and represent the organization in high level forums. This position involves direct support to acquisition programs and requires a results oriented leader who can balance mission requirements, customer needs, compliance obligations, and resource constraints.

Key Skills and Abilities

• 1.In-depth knowledge of Space Force acquisitions programs and security processes.
• 2.Understanding of program planning, budget and financial management cycles and policies.
• 3.Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex facts and develop programming and budgetary strategies.
• 4.Ability to identify problems, develop and implement innovative detailed strategies to resolve a wide range of programming, budgetary, financial and management issues.
• 5.Ability to negotiate resolution of complex budget and financial execution issues.
• 6.Ability to interpret and apply fiscal policy and financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
• 7.Ability to execute complex projects and/or studies within established time constraints.
• 8.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• 9.Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups within and outside immediate work unit including field-level representatives.
• 10.Ability to advise senior leaders, Program Executive Officers, Program Element Monitors and field-level representatives.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Space Systems Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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