Security Administration Manager

Location: Arlington, VA, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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

• Senior Security Manager responsible for all aspects of security required to support the Special Programs Directorate.
• Responsible for all aspects of field and facility security, to include any Special Access Program and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SAPF/SCIF) managed by the Company.
• Collaborates with management and government representatives to provide timely, appropriate and efficient security support.
• Has oversight of Company's national security compliance programs and the protection of people, property, information.
• Interfaces with representatives from DoW and other government agencies to schedule inspections, investigate incidents, and handle other issues that come up on occasion.
• Directly involved in the control of classified documents, facility access controls, visitor controls, COMSEC, and security education and awareness.
• Prepares assessments involving possible security violations and initiates measures to correct security deficiencies.
• Ensures all facets of security meet government requirements and Company policy.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive security Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) outlining security policies and guidance.
• Manages the control of classified documents, facility access controls, visitor controls, COMSEC, and security education and awareness.
• Passes SAP/SCI access certifications.
• Ensures all Program Access Requests (PARs) are processed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conducts and manages SAP/SCI personnel, information, physical, and technical security (actions and procedures according to DoD and other government agency regulations.
• Works closely with the Cyber/IT team to ensure compliance and coordinate Cyber/IT security activities. 
• Develops and maintains comprehensive Emergency Actions Plans to establish procedures and outline responsibilities of assigned personnel for safeguarding classified information during an emergency.
• Conducts random inspections as required by security policy.
• Performs and documents annual security self-inspections and represents the Company during all formal reviews or inspections.
• Ensures all security staff are properly trained and up to date on all collateral and SAP security policies and procedures.
• Tracks and ensures all required documentation for all programs is in place, up to date, and readily retrievable including but not limited to: DD254s, co-use agreements, inspections, staff clearances, accesses, security training, and foreign travel reporting.
• Collaborates with corporate security to share lessons learned and ensure consistent delivery across the company.
• Provides Leadership to the security staff while ensuring operational effectiveness
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Qualifications

• • Bachelor's degree and 10-12 years of related work experience -or- Master's degree and 8-10 years of related work experience
  • 4+ years supporting SAP programs and efforts
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Knowledgeable of DoW/ IC SCI and SAP Personnel Security processes and requirements.
  • Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $145,000.00/Yr. - USD $165,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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