Special Access Programs Security SME

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities As the Special Access Programs Security SME, you will: Support a diverse industrial security program spanning multiple DoD multi-level security environments including Special Access Programs (SAP).
Managing internal and external relationships including Government and industry stakeholders
Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.
Week in the life of a Special Access Programs Security SME: Support implementation and compliance with National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
Duties include site assessment visits, training and education of the security staff, interfacing with site leadership to support security programs and attending vulnerability assessments when issues may arise.
Support internal investigations addressing the loss, compromise or suspected compromise of classified information under the NISP or customer supplied security directives.
Support and keep apprised of the U.S. Government's development of National Security Policy and Procedures and work with customers to disseminate requirements throughout their organizations.
Oversee programs designed to mentor and develop Security professionals in order to maintain a high level of proficiency and retain top talent across the organization.
Serve as a business enabler through sound security practices; provide security guidance to corporate executives throughout all levels of the enterprise.
Support the Business Development staff in all aspects of maintaining solid compliance with classified proposals and assist in the writing of security volumes
Interface with IT Security to ensure a unified approach to both industrial and cyber security
Facilitate development of training programs for security personnel to support the implementation, administration and execution of Special Acccess Programs security requirements
Assist with drafting and disseminating appointment letters for Access Approval Authority (AAA), Program Security Officers, SAP Accrediting Officials, and SAP Personnel Security Officials. Qualifications 15+ years of relevant DoD/IC program security management experience.
Must have Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
Special access program (SAP) experience
Extensive knowledge of SAP standards, policy processes, and U.S. Government practices and other security laws and regulations
Experience:
Managing ICD 705 facility projects
Working directly with DoD and Service SAPCOs
Implementing ICD 705 standards for SAP facilities
Previously held program security officer position supporting Major Defense Acquisition Programs - (ACAT 1)
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills
Sound understanding of theories and practices within risk mitigation and the continually changing security environment
Ability to implement strong security strategy with practices designed to successfully address evolving SAP security requirements
Demonstrate the ability for advanced conceptual thinking in complex and/or completely new situations Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $155,700.00/Yr. - USD $260,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status