Acquisition Security Analyst 2

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Acquisition Security Analyst II to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

This role supports the Government Program Manager with the development and implementation of comprehensive program protection methodologies to protect advanced technology programs throughout the system’s lifecycle. This is a full-time, five-day-a-week in-office position in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform in-depth lifecycle program analysis to identify Critical Program Information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and associated vulnerabilities.
• Develop, execute, and implement risk management-based Program Protection Plans (PPP) and security countermeasures.
• Provide technical advice and security support to collateral, Special Access Programs (SAP), and emerging mission areas.
• Deliver security guidance on contract requirements, cost feasibility, and standardized DD Form 254 processes throughout acquisition and sustainment lifecycles.
• Develop, write, and review key security documentation including OPSEC plans, Security Classification Guides (SCG), Exposure Contingency Plans (ECP), and Security Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assess foreign intelligence threats against critical research and prepare analytical products to guide security policy and classification decisions.
• Coordinate across Air Force security authorities and Mission Partners while delivering security education and support for system close-out actions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 10+ years of related acquisition program experience, including at least 6 years supporting SCI or SAR programs.
• Strong familiarity with security policies, manuals, and guiding documents, including applicable ICDs, JAFANs, and DoD Manuals.
• Extensive knowledge of DD Form 254 implementation within the Air Force acquisition lifecycle.
• Proven experience conducting risk assessments, developing OPSEC plans, and providing detailed security classification guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic environment while effectively interacting with DoD, military, civilian, and industry partners.
• High degree of originality, creativity, and initiative while working effectively with minimal supervision.

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Willingness to submit a polygraph.
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time in closed-area office settings.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Program’s Area of Responsibility (AOR) via air and ground transportation.