Security Specialist

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

The Strategic Technology Analysis Group, part of System Planning and Analysis Inc.'s Space and Intelligence Division, offers sophisticated capabilities (people, process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space, cyber, and special operations in support to military services, Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ), Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!

SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Security Specialist for Operations Support to support the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) Facilities Division (J4X).

Responsibilities

SPA is seeking a motivated, self-driven individual to support security operations and related activities for USSPACECOM facilities for construction/renovation projects formulating goals, plans, policies, and procedures.

Key duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Support security operations including providing project management advice for conformance for on-site construction security operations to Construction Security Plan, assisting in the development and maintenance to transition plans for new facilities, and providing guidance in transition planning.
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with the internal and external organizations essential to ensure operations continue to fully execute the Command's diverse global.
• Assist with formulating goals, plans, policies, and procedures affecting security operations at the MILCON site.
• Assist with setting and adjusting short and/or long-term priorities. Establishes organizational metrics and analysis systems to assess efficiency and effectiveness. Prepares and plans for anticipated or unexpected changes in project designs, equipment developments, or comparable aspects of projects.
• Support the Government in evaluating requirements for additional resources and balances organization needs with overall mission requirements and resource interests.
• Assist with the identification of change in priorities and provides recommendations to implement such changes.
• Support the establishment of review systems making certain Construction Security Plan needs are met and validated, and that economy and quality of operations are maintained or improved.
• Prepare guides and procedures and assist in developing policies to ensure staff and security experts across all project functions execute converged, multi-disciplined, and risk-based approaches to assessments, staff advice and assistance, and inspections for DOD, supported, and supporting missions and operations.
• Assist organizations such as AFCEC, USACE, and USSPAECOM PMO with presenting, justifying, and defending priorities and interests.
• Act as the Lead Site Security Manager (SSM) expert. Act as Security PM for Security and Renovation work including developing SOW/PWS and coordinating with budget and contracting experts for award and execution.
• Deliver presentations on program status including supporting meetings with executives of other agencies with parallel interest.
• Advise and assist the staff with internal coordination related to facility construction planning and management and external mission partner.
• Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of inspections and certifications associated with facility construction and mission equipment integration.
• Act as a liaison between the J4X office and the Government construction managers, mission operation entities, and internal and external stakeholders addressing all phases of facility project design, construction, and mission equipment integration.
• Provide Site Security Management support for USSPACECOM SCIF projects.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Current TS/SCI clearance
• 15+ years of experience of mid to senior-level DoD physical security experience
• Master's degree or 4 additional years of experience and ICD-705 Training
• Ability to report to designated work location in Colorado Springs, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: 110k - 130k