Junior Security Support Specialist

About the role

The Junior Security Support Specialist supports the Training Directorate (WN) Program AFLCMC/WNR SCARS program in Miamisburg, Ohio. This program focuses on assisting the AF Cognizant Security Authority (CSA) in overseeing National Security Objectives supporting AF interests.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and security support to classified programs within the assigned organization.
• Perform duties to manage and maintain Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) level program information, personnel security clearances and physical security requirements of classified facilities.
• Understand counterintelligence threats and trends to help advise division and program assigned personnel.
• Assist with development of Security Operating Procedures, and other key security documents as directed by the Information Protection (IP) Lead (Activity Security Manager).
• Prepare, process, and/or review Visitor Certification Requests for accuracy and access eligibility.
• Conduct annual self-inspections, document the self-inspection, and submit to the Security Office a corrective action plan identifying actions to establish compliance.
• Coordinate response to Intrusion Detection System (IDS) notifications and respond to alarms within 5 minutes.
• Participate in audits of Government classified holdings to ensure proper accountability.
• Perform inspection, inventory, logging, storage, documentation, transmittal, and internal distribution of classified information received.
• Establish and maintain security procedures and policies.
• Assist Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) Facility (SCIF) opening/closing.
• Assist in accomplishing end-of-duty day security checks.
• Perform alarms activity where applicable; monitor, assess, set, test, coordinate maintenance and update alarm response letters and other associated administrative support.
• Facilitate Special Access Program (SAP) Facility (SAPF) day-to-day operations.
• Adhere to applicable laws as well as national, DoD, and other security Special Access Program (SAP) policies and requirements.
• Provide classification guidance and assistance for all Special Access Program (SAP) programs.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen.
• Clearance: Secret.
• Education: HS Diploma.
• Years of Experience: 5 years directly related experience.
• Education: Bachelor's.
• Years of Experience: 5+ in related field.

Technical Skills

• Industrial Security & SAP Oversight - Master implementing the DoD 5205.07 (SAP Security Manuals, Volumes 1-4), the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM / 32 CFR Part 117), and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) standards.
• SCI & Collateral Management - Direct familiarity with Intelligence Community Directives (ICD 705 for SCIF physical standards, ICD 704 for personnel vetting).
• Vulnerability & Risk Assessments - Ability to analyze facility layouts, IT architectures, and personnel pipelines to conduct comprehensive security program reviews and hazard assessments.

Additional Skills

• Effective communication and the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Strong collaboration skills for working across multidisciplinary teams and with government stakeholders.
• Adaptability and professionalism in fast-paced, evolving program environments.
• Proactive problem-solving and the ability to build positive, solutions-focused relationships.
• Training and certifications in accordance with DoD 5105.21 and AFMAN 14-304.
• Knowledgeable of security policy/manuals and the appropriate DoD and AF Directives, Manuals, and Instructions.
• Familiar with the Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) nomination process.
• Familiar with Information Security System) (and/or its replacement system) and be able to interpret eligibility reports and requirements.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian/foreign government personnel and industry partners.
• High degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, perform duties in a variety of functions supporting the overall program sustainment effort, and possess an understanding of contract support for service-related activities to include quality assurance surveillance.
• Ability to accomplish tasks using software programs/databases and possess advanced skills to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office tools such as Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as adapt to and perform tasks in Government-owned databases as needed.
• Ability to travel within organizations direct area of responsibility.
• Willing to work a varied shift schedule that include nights and weekends to support 24/7 Operations.
• Familiarity of duties associated with a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO).

Additional Information

Location: “The Pike”, Bldg. 6, 9595 North Springboro Pike, Miamisburg OH 45342.

Travel: 20%

Workplace: Onsite

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Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.