Junior Security Specialist
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Job Location:
Arlington, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientedJr. Security Specialistto join our team. The successful candidate will support the implementation of government security policies procedures and requirements for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within the organization. This role assists in protecting highly sensitive information maintaining compliance with government and company regulations and promoting a strong culture of security awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing monitoring and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs.
- Support the development and enforcement of SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Assist in conducting security briefings debriefings and training for SAP personnel.
- Support the management of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
- Help prepare send and receive visitor certifications.
- Assist in receiving distributing inventorying reproducing and disposing of classified materials in accordance with policy.
- Support audits and inspections to help ensure compliance with DoD and company policies.
- Periodically assist in inspecting facilities to support compliance with physical security measures.
- Interface under supervision with government customers program managers and internal staff regarding SAP security issues.
- Assist in coordinating incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.
- Maintain accurate records for personnel security visit requests and SAP documentation.
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain aSecretclearance (TS/SCI with SAP/SAR eligibility preferred).
- High School Diploma (Associates or Bachelors degree in a related field preferred).
- 12 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus.
- Foundational knowledge or familiarity with DoD NISPOM and ICD security requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant or entry-level security certifications (e.g. SPeD Security or similar) are a plus with willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g. SPeD ISP CPP) over time.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
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About Company
AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been delivering IT and Engineering solutions to complex national priority programs since 1975. Our mission-focused approach ensures a trusted, collaborative partnership with our customers. Performance is paramount. We know what’s at stake. ®
