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Senior Program Security Specialist

Galapagos, LLC

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Top Secret
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$100000 - $110000 per year
No Traveling
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Albuquerque, NM (On-Site/Office)

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Senior Program Security Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will ensure full-spectrum security support across Collateral, SCI, and SAP programs, managing personnel, physical, industrial, and information security requirements for our U.S. Space Force customer.

You will oversee personnel security operations in DISS and JADE, conduct indoctrinations, manage in/out processing, and maintain access control for secure facilities. Acting as a security SME and advisor, you will support inspections, audits, and compliance activities, while also reviewing and drafting policies and SOP's for government approval.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a mission-focused team and provide critical security expertise in support of national defense.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Program Security Specialist will:

* Implement and oversee security processes across Physical Security (PHYSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Personnel Security (PERSEC), and Industrial Security (INDUSEC), ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
* Manage personnel security operations in DISS and JADE, including verifying accesses, creating Program Access Requests (PARs), and determining access eligibility as a Special Access Program Personnel Security Officer (SPO)
* Execute the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP) and coordinate with Program Management on PARs and SCI nominations.
* Support classified materials handling, including destruction and inbound/outbound data transfers
* Maintain inbound and outbound visit notices and related records
* Develop, update, and provide feedback on security policies and SOPs (e.g., OPSEC plans) for use of secure facilities
* Review and edit Program Security Classification Guides (SCGs) for accuracy, formatting, and marking compliance
* Conduct and document facility reviews and facility close-outs for supported programs
* Support program management through on-site visits and travel to industry and government organizations

Required Skills & Experience

The Senior Program Security Specialist must have:

* Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
* 10+ years of relevant DoD experience, with 4+ years in a SAP and/or SCI environment within the last five years
* Willingness to consent to and successfully complete a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph if required
* Familiarity with classified computer systems (e.g., Scattered Castles, JWICS, SGN)
* Knowledge of DoD security policies and standards, including DoDM 5200.01 (Vol 1-3), DoDM 5105.21 (Vol 1-3), DoDM 5205.07 (Vol 1-4), ICD 705-02, and related directives
* Understanding of DD-254 Contract Security Classification Specifications, ensuring accurate communication of security requirements between government and industry
* Strong collaboration and coordination skills to work with Program Managers, mission partners, and security stakeholders
* Ability to support government inspections, audits, and compliance reviews

Education & Certifications

The Senior Program Security Specialist must meet the following:

Required

* Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MS), or Master of Engineering (ME) degree, with the flexibility to consider extensive work experience as a substitute for formal education

Preferred

* Center for Development of Security excellence (CDSE) Security Specialist Course
* Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certification Program

Benefits

* Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401(k)
* PTO
* Paid Parental Leave
* Tuition reimbursement
* Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
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