Site Security Manager (SSM)

About the role

The Site Security Manager (SSM) serves as the primary point of contact for all SCIF and SAPF construction security matters at all 9th Reconnaissance Wing (9 RW) project sites. This role coordinates with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and facilitates communication with Accrediting Officials (AO) through the 9 RW Special Security Officer (SSO) and 9 RW Government SAP Security Officer (GSSO), as required by ICD 705. All security actions require SSM approval and shall be executed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain an AO-approved Construction Security Plan (CSP) for each 9 RW secure project.
• Ensure the physical security of SCIF/SAPF construction.
• Review all project designs and documents (e.g., CSP and SOPs) to ensure compliance with AO requirements.
• Provide effective threat/risk mitigation strategies as requested by the project AO/SSO/GSSO.
• Perform security inspections of SSM staff and project security to identify vulnerabilities and propose solutions.
• Develop and, once AO-approved, implement the CSP in coordination with the AO/SSO/GSSO, and in accordance with DoDM 5105.21.v3 and DoDM 5205.07.
• Ensure ICD/ICS 705 (current version) requirements are implemented and advise the AO (through the SSO and GSSO) of compliance or variances.
• Participate in meetings, in-progress reviews, integrated concept and product teams, working groups, and design meetings, providing input to ensure project security and ICD 705 compliance from start to finish, without speaking on behalf of the U.S. Government.
• Perform design reviews of 9 RW secure project plans throughout each phase of the design process from a security perspective, confirming designs and plans are inclusive of SCIF/SAPF accreditation requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments as directed by the AO/SSO/GSSO.
• Conduct periodic security inspections to ensure compliance with the CSP; these inspections shall identify at least 95% of potential security vulnerabilities.
• Document security violations or deviations specific to the CSP and notify the AOs (through the SSO and GSSO) within 3 business days.
• Report all security incidents to the AO/SSO/GSSO within 1 hour of discovery, with a detailed written report submitted within 24 hours.
• Ensure procedures to control site access are implemented.
• Maintain a list of workers used on the project and include this list in final SCIF/SAPF accreditation files.
• Implement procedures to deny unauthorized site access.
• Maintain CST site records for the duration of the project to be included in final SCIF/SAPF accreditation packages.
• Coordinate the number of SSM Staff on each site in conjunction with the construction contractor's schedule to ensure security and surveillance with respect to each AO-approved CSP.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SSM Staff to perform their duties in accordance with the CSP, AO/SSO/GSSO Direction, and ICD 705 at each construction site.
• Create, develop, and apply inspection methods for SSM personnel when inspecting construction materials, finished and unfinished construction work, tools, equipment, personnel, and personal items such as bags, lunch boxes, and associated items.
• Initiate the Fixed Facility Checklist (FFC) and TEMPEST Checklist, compile required documentation (floor plans, certifications, details, pictures, etc.) for submission to the AO (through the SSO and GSSO).
• Oversee STC and IEEE-299 testing as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of DoD, ICD/ICS, UFCs, and additional administrative policies, regulations, instructions, and procedures to develop and apply new techniques for SCIF/SAPF construction security strategies.
• Ability to perform essential functions including standing for extended periods, walking long distances, climbing stairs and ladders, and carrying equipment.
• Familiarity with the sixteen (16) standard divisions of construction and knowledge of technical listening devices commonly used by foreign intelligence services.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active and adjudicated SSBI, SBPR, Tier 5, or Tier 5R, Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information eligibility (TS/SCI), and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation/Vetting.
• Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of security experience specifically related to ICD 705 compliant SCIF construction security management, Intelligence Operations, Counter-Intelligence Operations, Counter-Surveillance Operations, Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, Physical Security, or a combination thereof, directly relevant to the duties and responsibilities.
• Direct Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of direct experience working on ICD 705 construction projects or as a Physical Security Special Security Officer (SSO).
• Expert Knowledge: Expert knowledge of ICD/ICS 705, demonstrated by experience working on at least three (3) separate ICD 705 projects.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications:
  • Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certificate from ASIS International or equivalent.
  • Valid certificate for successful completion of a Thirty-Two (32) Hour or greater Site Security Manager (SSM) Training Course, accredited by a recognized security industry accrediting body approved by the U.S. Government.
  • Valid certificate for successful completion of a Forty (40) Hour or greater Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) Training Course, accredited by a recognized security industry accrediting body approved by the U.S. Government.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in a security or intelligence-related field.

Pay & schedule notes

Relocation is not available for this position. This is a full-time role based in Beale, CA. Overtime exempt.