Senior Security Assistant

Overview

Senior Security Assistant

LOCATION: Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Top Secret

CERTIFICATION: Minimum SFPC or equivalent experience

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Security Assistant to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Program Executive Office (PEO) Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/HB) at Hanscom Air Force Base. This role provides essential security support across over 130 acquisition programs for the United States Air Force and allied foreign nations. As part of the integrated Information Protection team, the Senior Security Assistant will execute multi-disciplinary security responsibilities spanning personnel, information, industrial, operational, and physical security domains.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS
• Ten years of directly related experience, five of which must be in the DoD
• Understanding of counterintelligence threats and trends
• Familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate DoD and Air Force directives, manuals and instructions
• Familiarity with DISS and JADE
• Basic knowledge of the DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated in the Air Force acquisition process
• Able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Demonstrated maturity and ability in handling sensitive information regarding acquisition programs, exercises, personal matters of a potential derogatory nature, or military activities with discretion and sound judgement
• Able to accurately convey information both in written and verbal format
• Predictable travel schedule of up to 10%
• Must be willing to adapt to contingency schedule if required by unit in unusual cases of emergency or critical mission support need
• Must be able to identify classified documents/information, and know proper safeguarding
• Must complete all required security training in accordance with DoD and Air Force regulations for those filling the role of security assistant.
• Must be a US citizen

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide technical advice and security support to multiple collateral and SCI programs.
• Maintain effective working relationships with Information Protection (IP) leads, program managers, and contracting officers.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of OPSEC, transition, emergency action, and transportation plans.
• Review documentation for public release, ensuring proper CUI markings, classifications, and distribution.
• Provide classification guidance and support for collateral and SCI programs.
• Support counterintelligence threat briefings and documentation.
• Develop Security Classification Guides, Program Protection Plans, SOPs, DD Form 254s, and related documents.
• Manage inbound and outbound classified mail, packages, courier forms, and destruction of classified/CUI materials.
• Maintain security clearance records in DISS; ensure proper access control and SF-312/NDA compliance.
• Process and validate Visitor Access Requests (VAR), foreign visit notifications, and self-reports in DISS.
• Assist with e-QIP initiation and fingerprinting for clearance processing.
• Support inspection preparation using MICT and other platforms.
• Perform entry/exit inspections and implement random anti-terrorism measures.
• Maintain facility access controls and manage visitor escorting and access badge issuance.
• Provide data entry into security systems; follow/enforce SOPs and Operating Instructions.
• Support secure work areas (CAPs/SWAs) with access control, checks, maintenance, and monitoring.
• Assist with alarm systems, secure video conferencing systems, and classified meetings.
• Deliver in-person security and force protection briefings; develop awareness materials.
• Perform additional administrative tasks as directed by the Contractor Site Lead or IP Lead.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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