SAP Security SME - TS Clearance with SCI Eligibility

About the position

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. As the SAP Security SME, you will support a diverse industrial security program spanning multiple DoD multi-level security environments including Special Access Programs (SAP). You will manage internal and external relationships including Government and industry stakeholders, and receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan! Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and compliance with National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
• Conduct site assessment visits, training and education of the security staff, and interface with site leadership to support security programs
• Attend vulnerability assessments when issues may arise
• Support internal investigations addressing the loss, compromise or suspected compromise of classified information under the NISP or customer supplied security directives
• Stay informed of the U.S. Government's development of National Security Policy and Procedures and work with customers to disseminate requirements throughout their organizations
• Oversee programs designed to mentor and develop Security professionals to maintain a high level of proficiency and retain top talent
• Serve as a business enabler through sound security practices and provide security guidance to corporate executives
• Support Business Development staff in maintaining compliance with classified proposals and assist in writing security volumes
• Interface with IT Security to ensure a unified approach to industrial and cyber security
• Facilitate development of training programs for security personnel to support SAP security requirements
• Assist with drafting and disseminating appointment letters for Access Approval Authority (AAA), Program Security Officers, SAP Accrediting Officials, and SAP Personnel Security Officials.

Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant DoD/IC program security management experience
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Special access program (SAP) experience
• Extensive knowledge of SAP standards, policy processes, and U.S. Government practices and other security laws and regulations
• Experience managing ICD 705 facility projects
• Experience working directly with DoD and Service SAPCOs
• Experience implementing ICD 705 standards for SAP facilities
• Previously held program security officer position supporting Major Defense Acquisition Programs - (ACAT 1)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills
• Sound understanding of theories and practices within risk mitigation and the continually changing security environment
• Ability to implement strong security strategy with practices designed to successfully address evolving SAP security requirements
• Demonstrate the ability for advanced conceptual thinking in complex and/or completely new situations.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Healthcare benefits
• Paid leave
• Retirement plans
• Insurance programs
• Education and training assistance