SCI Security Specialist II with Security Clearance

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SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.
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COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE to address our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. This includes 100% employer- paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, a free employee assistance program, and a competitive 401k savings plan. At Watermark, our people come first. SCI Specialist II The SCI Security Specialist's primary function is to serve as a security specialist under supervision of the local Special Security Office (SSO). In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Director of National Intelligence (DNI) and Air Force directives, regulations and instructions, implements local policies and procedures to ensure the effective and efficient management for military, civilian and contractor personnel of SCI and collateral program functions including physical, personnel, information and industrial security. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) activities. In this role you will Formulate plans, policies, procedures and other documentation required to deal with the operation of SCI protection functions and activities IAW DoD 5105.21 Volumes 1-3, ICD 704/5, AFMAN 14-304, AFI 16-1404/06 and AFI 31-501. Maintain and update the SCI Billet Structure (SCIBS) for the entire installation, and geographically separated Operating Locations. Process requests for changes to SCIBS, including analyzing requests to assure proper need-to-know justifications are enforced. Prepare SCIBS-related correspondence to appropriate agencies. Respond to requests for additional information needed to complete adjudications. Maintain and update Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) records for 1,000+ SCI indoctrinated personnel. Assist with Staff Assistance Visits and other local inspections as required. Prepares and presents reports with appropriate corrective actions delineated. Receive and respond to requests for SCI eligibility, recertification, and special purpose and interim SCI Accesses, insuring validity of the requests. Review and act upon authorities to indoctrinate SCI personnel, including personnel screening interviews and indoctrination briefings. Participate in the management of Security Information File (SIF) Program. Send and receive collateral and/or SCI visit requests; oversee and provide facility badge access. Responsible for ensuring all assigned personnel meet/maintain the appropriate security clearance requirements, in accordance with ICD 704 and AFI-31-501. Update and query required information systems as needed to perform assigned duties. Maintain required hard-copy files to perform assigned duties. Prepare and execute required periodic reporting and or audits and reviews IAW applicable directives, regulations, and instructions. Provide continuous training and guidance in all areas of SCI security; including but not limited to, local procedures, OPSEC, Communications Security (COMSEC), Security Awareness. Enforce foreign contact and travel requirements, entry procedures, escort procedures, document control procedures, and classification review/guidance requests. Coordinate with Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO) on SCI access for Foreign Nationals as necessary for local mission requirements. Maintain liaison with local Security Forces and AF Office of Special Investigations, to ensure security procedures, policies, and training are properly coordinated, and available to SCI personnel. Respond to SCI incidents with SSO and ISSM in order to make a declaration. Coordinate with HHQ to notify and obtain security incident tracking number. Ensure Inquiry Official (IO) is nominated to the Senior Intelligence Office (SIO) for appointment and provide initial IO brief. Ensure incident report is completed, coordinated and submitted to HQ for closure. Provide training and guidance on handling, safeguarding, marking classified material. Verify and provide training for requests for SCI courier authorizations; issues those certifications. Acts as an SCI courier. Coordinate industrial security procedures as necessary. Review performance work statement (PWS) for SCI contracts and ensure a properly executed DD Form 254. Upon receipt of indoctrination assist ensure DD Fm 254 is properly executed and coordinated with Unit Security Manager (USM) and local IP office. Maintain hard/soft copies of DD Fm 254 along with personnel assigned to contract prior to indoctrination. Contractor shall also be responsible to assist the SSO in maintaining accreditation for SCI Facilities (SCIFs) and alarm systems in accordance with ICD 705. Develop and update personnel security responsibilities for Special Security Representatives (SSRs). Ensure SSRs are appropriately appointed, managed, and trained. Analyze and assess issues with SCI personnel security and proposes solutions that meet standards set by applicable regulations, directives and instructions. Assist in enforcing ICD 705 requirements. Serve as Alt ISSM assisting with the development and maintenance of a formal Information System (IS) security program. Assist ISSM with investigation of security incidents. Participate as a member of the configuration management board when the ISSM is not available. Maintain a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards and operational security measures. Coordinate with SCI Cybersecurity personnel to eliminate potential conflicts among local Personnel Security, Information Security and Cybersecurity policies and procedures. Maintains working knowledge of TEMPEST certification and assist the ISSM in TEMPEST activities Establish and maintain media control procedures and inventory, including CDs, DVDs, hard drives, zip disks and floppy disks. Inspect logs to ensure no media leaves the SCIF or is destroyed. Assist the ISSM with implementation and enforcement of IS security policies. Conduct testing to evaluate the security posture of IS. Assist with development of IS certification and accreditation documentation. Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1 within 6 months of the date of hire Experience Requirements: 7-10 years related experience with SCI Security Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience (4 years) Certification Requirements: Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1 within 6 months of the date of hire Must complete JPAS/DISS training Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Security Clearance Requirements: Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph Other Requirements: Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate and other guiding policy documents. Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation) Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others Effective verbal and written communication skills This position is contingent on funding. The anticipated compensation range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Central to Watermark's employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation. Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is a federal contractor and is therefore subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements.