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Security Specialist (Government SAP Security Officer)


Job Location:

Fort Lee, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 94514 - 94514
Posted: 6 October 2026 (20 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.


Duties
  • SME for all security matters related to SAP and SCI programs.
  • Prepare internal standard operating procedures annual and AD HOC training briefings.
  • Conduct Annual Self-Inspections (SIs) Core Compliance Inspections (CCIs) and Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) as needed/required/directed.
  • Maintain personnel records for security clearance and access(es). Conduct pre-screening evaluation for clearance and access eligibility.
  • Conduct Informal Inquiries Formal Inquiries and/or Investigations into security incidents/violations/loss or suspected loss or compromise of classified information/material
  • Create/maintain records/documents for facility accreditation.

Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Security Requirements: Special Sensitive Sensitive Compartmented Information
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
  • Selective Service Requirement: Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • Drug Testing Required
Qualifications

To qualify for a Security Specialist (Government SAP Security Officer) your resume and supporting documentation must support:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify for the NH-03 level specialized experience must be at the NH-02 or GS-11 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-after-competitive appointment minimum qualifications and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:

  • Providing oversight and guidance relating to security management of Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.
  • Conducting annual and AD HOC security training covering the unique responsibilities for personnel accessed to SAP/SCI programs.
  • Determining suitability of personnel for access to classified information.
  • Conducting security inspections (SIs CCIs SAVs) to ensure implementation and compliance with established policy.
Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

  • This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: DoDI 1400.25-V300.
  • Tour of Duty: 1st Shift
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Bargaining Unit: No
  • If selected for an interview you may be required to provide your last three performance appraisals to the panel.
  • Selectee may be required to serve a trial/probationary period.
  • Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive may be authorized at Managements discretion.
  • Financial Disclosure Required
  • Military spouses working remotely are exempt from in-person work under the conditions explained by OPMs February 12 2025 memorandum and the March 20 2025 Frequently Asked Questions.
  • The selected candidate shall obtain and maintain their SPeD Certifications through CDSE for Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) and Special Programs Security Credential (SPSC) within 3 years of onboarding with DCMA Special Programs. Failure to obtain those certifications can be grounds for termination.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Required Experience:

IC