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Astrion is seeking a Facility Security Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The Facility Security Engineer will provide multi-disciplined security support to a customer’s facility and organization. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. This support shall provide multi-disciplinary security support, including specialized analytical/program protection support, while being responsive and flexible in dynamic, evolving security situations. This individual may also be appointed and act as the Government SAP Security Officer when needed. This position requires a deep understanding of government security protocols and a commitment to maintaining the highest levels of security in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Job Responsibility:
Provide multi-disciplined security support to a customer’s facility and organization
Provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities
Provide multi-disciplinary security support, including specialized analytical/program protection support
Act as the Government SAP Security Officer when needed
705 Security Compliance Management: implementation, management, and continuous monitoring of security controls within our Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs)
Clearance management for the full lifecycle of security clearances for Program cleared personnel
Implementing and managing tempest accreditation and maintaining countermeasures against compromising emanations from electronic equipment
Classification reviews of inbound and outbound correspondence
Assist in the maintenance of a document accountability database and associated correspondence
Processing inbound and outbound classified mail and receipt records
Perform destruction of classified materials
Process magnetic media for accountability
Reproduction support for classified materials
Maintain various daily logs for a variety of administrative functions associated with document control
Assist in the processing of inbound data and outbound data transfer files
Transfer electronic data files to internal customers
Maintain an extensive customer database point of contact listing
Assist with researching, processing, filing, and maintaining inbound and outbound visit notices
Escort facility visitors and maintains associated logs
Assist in the preparation of facility access control badges
Conduct entry and exit inspections
Assist in the maintenance of facility access control entry systems, to include visitor control
Perform data entry to the Personnel Access Security System database and maintain all customer sponsored billets and quota information
Assist in maintaining personnel security files for all personnel of the supported element
Follow and enforce the customer’s Standard Operating Procedures
Provide support for security awareness and education programs
Perform miscellaneous administrative support functions as directed by the COR or Government Security Representative
Review, track, and monitor security clearance processing activities with appropriate government personnel to achieve appropriate clearance actions
Participate in Air Force SAP security compliance inspections of government organizations and industry
Implement Top Secret Control for accountable material and associated correspondence
Prepare and/or process inbound and outbound classified mail, faxes, courier packages and receipts
Prepare, process, and/or review Program Access Request (PARs) for accuracy and access eligibility
Execute Special Access Program Nomination Process Questionnaires
Conduct Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII), Joint Personnel Access System (JPAS), and/or SAPNP reviews of candidates being submitted for SAP access
Perform data entry and record checks in the Joint Access Database (JADE) and maintain all customer sponsored personnel access information current
Perform indoctrinations
Develop and implement security plans for AFSPC operations, test & evaluation, and deployment activities
Interface with Intelligence/Counterintelligence organizations to provide support to unit activities
Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for Team Members
Perform additional duties within the security realm as required to support the customer (Security Manager, Antiterrorism, COMSEC briefed individual, etc.)
Assist with management of alarm systems (inspections, troubleshooting, after-hours alarm response, etc)
Develop and maintain physical security documents such as FFCs, CSPs, MSPs, and TEMPEST checklist/addendum
Requirements:
10-12 years total experience
Minimum 5-7 years’ experience with SCI or SAP programs
Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience with SAP programs
Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining physical security program
In-depth knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 and its technical specifications for the design, construction, and accreditation of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs)
Familiarity with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and 32 CFR Part 117
Experience with personnel security, including managing SCI indoctrination, processing clearances, and conducting security briefings
Knowledge of procedures for handling and protecting classified material
A thorough understanding of TEMPEST standards and countermeasures
Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs, DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents
Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Active Top Secret / SCI clearance desired. Must be able to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI clearance. Applicants for positions which require DoD security clearance must meet eligibility requirements to include US citizenship
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility is required
Must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Nice to have:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent additional experience (4 years)
Certifications: Must complete the DoD SAPCO approved SAPNP training within six months of starting on contract
SIMS database familiarity or complete training within six months of starting on contract
Must complete JPAS training within six months of starting on contract
Must complete Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) training within six months of starting on contract
ICD 705 training/industry certification
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision
Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR)
Trip durations may range from overnight to several weeks
What we offer:
Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Professional development
Multiple healthcare benefits package options
401K with employer matching
Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule