Senior Security Management Specialist

Applied Research Solutions has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Security Management Specialist in support of SOF AT&L Acquisition Security (AS) office. The Acquisition Security Office provides the support for acquisition requirements, elements of program acquisition strategies, and security cooperation across all SOF AT&L PEOs.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities Include:

• This position primarily supports the Program Security Manager by assisting and advising with execution of the Acquisition Special Access Program
• Advise on the execution of the Acquisition Special Access Program management.
• Assist in policy development, lead major data analysis efforts, define information requirements.
• Prepares Special Access Program (SAP) establishment and compliance strategies and framework.
• Keep program security information current and organize data to submit to management for decision making.
• Prepare reports and briefings on security program status, policies and procedures, in support of acquisition program milestones.
• Analyze effectiveness and efficiency of the program; develop recommendations to improve program operations.
• Answer data calls and inquiries on Special Access Program policies and procedure
• Monitor Special Access Programs to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Interpret regulations and directives to determine impact on programs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

Citizenship:Must be a US citizen

Clearance:Must have and be able to maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility

Certifications:Department of Defense Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certifications.

• Security Fundamentals Professional CertificationSpecial
• Program Security Certification (SPSC

Education:Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Years of Experience:10 years working in federal government acquisition special access programs to include:

• Knowledge of Special Access Program security requirements and policy
• Experience in Special Access Acquisition programs
• Experience in Special Access security policy development

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.