Senior Security Specialist

SAIC is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to support the OSD Multi-Service Advanced Capabilities Hypersonic Test Bed (Multi-Service Advanced Capabilities Hypersonic (MACH)-XL) Program. 

Candidates would be responsible for creating, analyzing, implementing and updating security policies, procedures, and methods for identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, facilities, operations, and materials. Position requires strong background in Information and Operations Security, and experience with DoD Security Classification Guides. The successful candidate will be a proactive, forward-learning self-starter with exceptional judgment to interface with stakeholders at all levels.  

NOTE: This is a remote position with Huntsville as a preferred location. *Must have access to Classified close to location.

JOB DUTIES:  

• Developing a security program and providing recommendations and corrective actions as required.  


• Enforcing policies for document and access controls, transmission of sensitive information and materials, and related information controls and safeguards.  


• Generating and updating training packages to ensure that personnel are informed of security requirements (i.e., OPSEC briefings).  


• Working with the Public Affairs Officer (PAO) to review and clear a variety of documents that will be released.  


• Supporting and advising meetings and briefings for events.  


• Understanding participant program Security Classification Guides (SCGs) to provide security guidance to support internal and external stakeholders. 


• Helping to develop an SCG for Multi-Service Advanced Capabilities Hypersonic (MACH)-XL. 


• Providing security guidance and planning for flight test activities.  


• Other duties may be assigned to include:  
  
  
  
  • Reviewing annual security training requirements.
  
  
  • Assisting with maintenance and processing of Security Information Files.  
  
  
  • Drafting or preparing a variety of documents to include responses to routine inquiries, reports, letters, and other related documents.  
  
  
  • Processing various security related documentation, including issuance of access and/or identification credentials, as well as other documents related to access control.  
  
  
  • Handling security incidents. 
  
  
  • Providing Cyber Security Guidance 
  
  

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's degree and ten years or more of related security experience. 
• Knowledge of DoD guidance on classified materials and handling, destruction and storage, CUI/S classification categories Prior Security role for DoD (OSD or Navy preferred).  
• Experience with NISPOM and OPNAVAVINST 2221.5D (Release of Communications Security Material to US Industrial firms under Contract to the Department of the Navy) Ability to analyze and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment  
• Customer Service oriented with strong oral and written communication skills. 
• This position will require heavy interface with various customers/stakeholders.  
• Experience writing SOPs, procedures, and processes 
• Must be able to obtain Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Security Clearance  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Familiar with OUSD R&E Hypersonics for Military Systems and Applications Security Classification Guide SCG  
• Familiar with Navy Conventional Prompt Strike SCG  
• Cyber Security Background or some technical experience