Special Security Technician - Senior

Purpose and Impact:

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Special Security Technician (SST) to support Air Combat Command (ACC) security programs, including Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Programs (SAP), and collateral security activities. The SST plays a critical role in the protection of classified information, facilities, systems, and personnel by supporting Special Security Office (SSO) and program security functions. This position requires a strong understanding of security policies, procedures, and controlled environments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC).

The selected candidate will provide advanced security administration, oversight, and compliance support across personnel, physical, industrial, and information security domains. This role requires deep expertise in security program management, SCIF/SAPF accreditation, and cybersecurity integration, ensuring adherence to DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support the operation of the Special Security Office (SSO) and administration of SCI security programs for assigned units and SCIFs.
• Provide expert guidance on SCI security procedures, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Interpret and apply directives from ODNI, DoD, DIA, and Air Force governing security programs.
• Execute all aspects of the Personnel Security Program, including processing access requests through Defense Information System for Security (DISS), conducting nomination interviews and validating clearance requirements, and submitting investigative requests and tracking clearance adjudications
• Manage Control Access Program (CAP) activities, including Program Access Requests (PARs).
• Provide physical security support for SCIFs and SAPFs in compliance with ICD 705 and related directives.
• Develop, review, and maintain facility accreditation packages, including Fixed Facility Checklists, TEMPEST addendums, and construction security plans
• Ensure proper safeguarding, handling, transmission, and destruction of classified materials.
• Support security violation investigations and prepare required reporting documentation.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver security training programs for military, civilian and contractor personnel.
• Conduct required security briefings (initial, annual, special access, and debriefings).
• Support cybersecurity operations in coordination with ISSMs and cybersecurity leadership.
• Assist with access control and system authorization processes, audit log collection and compliance reporting, and media protection, sanitization, and destruction
• Conduct research and recommend implementation of security controls aligned with ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

The position supports sensitive operations and demands strict adherence to IC analytic standards, information security requirements, and professional ethics.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Demonstrated expertise in SCI and SAP security program management, personnel security processing (DISS, CAP, PARs), and SCIF/SAPF accreditation and physical security compliance
• In-depth knowledge of DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives
• Strong understanding of ICD 503, ICD 705, NIST 800-53, and related frameworks
• Extensive experience in supporting security investigations, compliance inspections and audits
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and ISSO/ISSM support functions
• Excellent communication skills for delivering briefings and advising leadership
• Experience maintaining compliance documentation and conducting inspections
• Proficiency with standard office tools and security-related databases
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and IC security and conduct standards
• Ability to complete and maintain required training throughout contract performance
• Availability to support CONUS and OCONUS missions as required
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications and training unless Government-directed

Security Clearance Required:  TS/SCI eligibility with a favorable Tier 5 (T5) investigation

Minimum Education: Master’s degree from an accredited institution OR a bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (for a total of 15 years’ experience)

Minimum Years of Experience: 10 years of experience in security administration, SCI/SAP programs, or related DoD/IC security roles, with recent experience within the last 2 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting ACC or MAJCOM-level security programs
• Experience with SAP programs and CAP administration
• Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction
• Background supporting cybersecurity programs or ISSO functions
• Completion of Air Force or DoD security training programs (e.g., SSO courses)

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process.  Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.  

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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