Security Specialist Job Listing at SAIC in Washington, DC (Job ID 2504347)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Security Specialist to join our team in Washington, DC. 

Onsight daily at the Pentagon, from 0800-1600 M-F. 

The Security Specialist provides technical security expertise in following security disciplines: Information, Physical, and Operations security. This position requires the ability to use security concepts, principles, and practices to analyze and resolve difficult and complex security issues for OUSD(Personnel and Readiness (P&R)). The position requires oversight and management of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility information and the ability to provide security guidance using DoD / IC regulations and directives required for a successful collaborative environment between OUSD(P&R) internal and external customers. 

Job Duties:

• Review and update program security databases.
• Review and process Defense Information System for Security (DISS) Visit authorization requests (VARs).
• Complete security onboarding/offboarding actions.
• Review, educate, and train staff on Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and apply the required elements when transmitting CUI internally and externally.
• Update and provide security education and awareness training to staff.
• Interpret security policy on matters pertaining to processing, dissemination, and controlling of classified materials.
• Complete DD2875 Security verifications.
• Prepare and deliver verbal and written briefings to internal and external customers.
• Assist with developing the required programs and operations Standard Operating Procedures to support tasks or requirements for monitoring and managing security operations.
• Provide the government Component Security Manager with status reports and recommendations for decisions.
• Organize, develop, and deliver concise executive-level reports and presentations.
• Experience or familiarization with Defense Information Security System (DISS), 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoD security policy guidance and regulations.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelors and ten (10) years or more related experience; Masters and eight (8) years or more experience; PhD or JD and five (5) years or more experience; four (4) years of experience considered in lieu of degree. 

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, to include both written and verbal.
• Experience briefing and collaborating directly with senior leadership. 
• Experience conducting security inspections and staff assistance visits then review results and make recommendations.
• Experience with national security program directives and applicable ICD, DoD, and Executive Orders.
• Experience providing guidance in security measures and requirements, and knowledgeable in risk management assessments.

Clearance:

• All applicants must have an active TS/SCI clearance. 

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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