Contract SAP Security Officer (CSSO) (TS/SCI) | Springfield (ALE

CSCI, a Woman-Owned Small Business, is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) with comprehensive security expertise. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of, and experience with, relevant Government regulations, directives, instructions, manuals, and laws pertaining to Information Security, Personnel Security, Physical Security, and Information Assurance. CSCI is dedicated to supporting and investing in our employees' career growth.

Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate expertise in Security Education and Training requirements, including strong public speaking and briefing skills. CSCI is committed to fostering employee development and career advancement.

This position is on-site, Monday-Friday. The primary duty location will be in Springfield.

Responsibilities

The candidate's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Draft and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and other essential security documents and records. Implement a security education program for assigned personnel tailored to supported programs.
• Review and process PERSEC documentation, including SAP nomination paperwork, loading accesses and documents into access management databases, and brief/debrief personnel to/from SAP programs.
• Be the Subject Matter Expert on security structure, policies, and procedures. Ensure all required documentation is on file, under current policy and directive.
• Provide day-to-day security support for the customer, maintain a "ready for inspection" environment to ensure compliance with the Technical Specifications for Construction and Management of SAP Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities, National Industrial Security Programs Operating Manual (NISPOM), and the NISPOM supplemental.
• Anticipate requirements and lead with recommended solutions. Understand the roles and missions of the customer and the individual team members.
• Understand the Corporate philosophy of being an Honest Broker and Trusted Partner.
• Be responsive to changing priorities and situations.

Skills - Minimum of 8 Years of Experience

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required.
• AA/AS or equivalent experience in a security or business related field required. BA or BS in a security or business related field preferred.
• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility and Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• 8 years of related experience required in the DoW environments.
• 5 years experience with SAPs within the DoW.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be willing to actively communicate with co-workers, program leadership, and clients, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Working onsite Monday - Friday.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior military experience preferred, but not required.
• CDSE SAP Overview course and SFPC Preferred

Experience Levels:
LEVEL1 - requires a minimum of 3 years related experience
LEVEL2- requires a minimum of 5 years related experience.
LEVEL 3 - requires a minimum of 8 years related experience.
LEVEL 4 - requires a minimum of 10 years related experience.

*This position is Level 4.
Training/Certifications:
COMSEC Responsible Officer Training Course October 2017, Basic Information Security, Department of Defense Personnel Security Adjudicator Course, Marking Classified Information, Derivative Classification Course, and Personnel Security for Customized Adjudication.

Requirements - US Citizen / Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Travel:
Minimum
U.S. Citizenship:
Yes
Minimum Clearance:
Applicants are required to have, at a minimum, a TOP SECRET (TS) clearances with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CSCI stands in support of equality for and advancement of all people based solely upon the merits of abilities and actions alone, without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.