F-35 - International/FMS Security Specialist

About the role

The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) seeks a multi-disciplined International/FMS Security Specialist to support the F-35 program in Arlington, VA. This is a proposal effort with an anticipated award in late-2026. The role involves providing security guidance and mentorship to F-35 Partner and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) security professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide multi-disciplined security guidance and mentorship to F-35 Partner and FMS security professionals
• Continuous evaluation of F-35 Partner and FMS security posture and provide written updates
• Develop and provide training to F-35 Partner and FMS security professionals to build a comprehensive F-35 security program
• Ensure security policies and procedures comply with SAP, CMI, and CUI requirements
• Support F-35 Partner and FMS security professionals with general, physical, and cybersecurity needs
• Provide security support at air shows, fighter competitions, and other collaborative events

Requirements

• Master’s degree and 10 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 14 years of experience within the International security arena
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoWD 5205.07 Volumes
• Demonstrated knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705
• Knowledge of US International/Foreign Affairs objectives, Arms Export Control Act (AECA), and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes
• Secret clearance required

Qualifications

• Experience with F-35 technology and information security
• Strong understanding of international relations policy objectives

Skills

• Security expertise
• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience
• Knowledge of US International/Foreign Affairs objectives
• Understanding of Arms Export Control Act (AECA)
• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes
• Comprehensive security program development
• Training and mentoring skills
• Security policy and procedure compliance
• General, physical, and cybersecurity support

Benefits

• Excellent customizable health benefits
• 401K with company match
• Educational assistance and eLearning
• Flexible work week
• Internal mobility team
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Innovative and collaborative environment

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $111,155 - $150,385. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Arlington

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