Program Security Specialist (Advanced)

Koniag IT Systems LLC a Koniag Government Services company is seeking a Program Security Specialist ( Advanced) with a TS/ SCI (SAP Eligibility Required) to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church VA. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health dental and vision insurance 401K with company matching flexible spending accounts paid holidays three weeks paid time off and are seeking a highly meticulous and experienced Program Security Officer (PSO) to manage and protect highly classified mission data capabilities and Special Access Programs (SAP). In an environment where technology research development testing and evaluation (RDT&E) and advanced planning are constantly targeted by near-peer adversaries robust program planning and security is the foundation of our ideal candidate will go beyond standard compliance checklists to provide holistic operational security support. You will be responsible for the daily execution of all security disciplines including Personnel Security (PERSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) operational security (OPSEC) and technology protectionensuring that programmatic implementation technology development operational planning Special Technical Operations (STO) and advanced research activities remain secure from insider and external Responsibilities:SAP & SCI Management: Administer the routine day-to-day security execution of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) in accordance with DoD Manuals (DoDM 5205.07 Vols 1-4) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).Personnel Security (PERSEC): Manage the clearance lifecycle for program personnel. Process PARs (Program Access Requests) conduct pre-screenings manage read-ins/read-outs and administer the continuous evaluation and insider threat Security (INFOSEC): Develop maintain and enforce Security Classification Guides (SCGs) and Program Protection Plans (PPPs). Ensure the proper marking storage transmission and destruction of highly classified Integration: Work directly with the OPSEC SME Counterintelligence liaisons anti-tamper SMEs and System Security Engineers (ISSO/ISSM) to ensure program security requirements are deeply integrated into technology roadmaps program protection planning and IT environment and ecosystem & Inspections: Serve as the primary point of contact for government security audits and inspections (e.g. Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or sponsor-level assessments). Conduct internal self-inspections to ensure total complianceBasic Qualifications:Clearance:Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with government reserving the right to polygraph. After hiring must be assessed for SAPs : 10-15 years of direct experience in industrial DoD or IC security acting as a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) Program Security Officer (PSO) or Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO).Regulatory Expertise: Master-level understanding of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4 and ICDs (specifically 704 705 and standard INFOSEC directives).Systems Proficiency: Experience with government security systems of record such as DISS (Defense Information System for Security) JADE or scattered : Masters Degree desired but bachelors will Desired Qualifications:STO / IO Experience: Previous experience providing security support specifically to Special Technical Operations (STO) Information Operations (IO) or Offensive Cyber : CDSE (Center for Development of Security Excellence) certifications such as the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) or Physical Security Certification (PSC).Insider Threat Operations:Training or experience managing specialized Insider Threat mitigation programs for highly cleared Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race color religion creed ethnicity sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification) national origin or ancestry age disability citizenship military/veteran status marital status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment promotion wages benefits and all other privileges terms and conditions of company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. 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