About this position
Strategic Analysis, Inc. is in search of a SAP Security Specialist supports the security posture of Special Access Programs (SAPs) by assisting senior staff in various security disciplines. This role requires a foundational understanding of program protection, classification architectures, Physical Security (PHYSEC), Personnel Security (PERSEC), SAP Program Security, Operations Security (OPSEC), Communications Security (COMSEC), and security principles governing classified activities.
Salary Range: $130k-$175k
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security architectures for classified programs.
• Support the research and development of program protection strategies.
• Assist in the application and monitoring of appropriate security requirements (physical, information, personnel, industrial) for specific programs.
• Draft sections of DD 254s and other security documentation under the guidance of senior staff.
• Develop familiarity with Executive Order 13526, the NISPOM, DoD Information Security Manuals, and DoD SAP Security Manuals.
• Support the creation, processing, coordination, and approval of physical security (SAP Facility and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and Automated Information Systems (AIS)) accreditations
• Assist in the creation and review of security documentation (e.g., SCGs, PPPs, Test Security Plans, etc.).
• Provide support for meetings and program reviews.
• Assist with OPSEC analysis and support activities.
• Perform administrative tasks such as preparing meeting minutes, assisting with visitor control, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant DoD or IC experience; additional years of experience may be substituted for a higher degree
• Candidates must hold a TS/SCI with the willingness and ability to pass a CI polygraph; it is highly desirable for candidates to have taken and passed CI polygraph within the past three years
• Foundational knowledge of SAP security principles.
• Understanding of physical, personnel, and industrial security requirements within the SAP context.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Travel Requirements: Limited travel within the region.
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