AMERICAN SYSTEMS

IT and engineering services for government

Security Specialist

Regulatory Compliance & EthicsPosted on Nov 5

Full-timeQuantico, VA, USA$120k - $130k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret TS/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility are required.
A high school diploma is required.
Five or more years of experience in security programs are required; experience involving Special Access Programs is preferred.
Solid knowledge of Department of War, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, and Intelligence Community Directive security requirements is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are required.
The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment is required.
Direct experience supporting Special Access Programs, SAP/SAR, or SCI security environments is required to apply.

Responsibilities

Implement, monitor, and maintain security protocols for Special Access Programs.
Develop and enforce Special Access Program Standard Operating Procedures.
Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and training for Special Access Program personnel.
Manage access control and visitor management for Special Access Program facilities.
Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
Receive, distribute, inventory, reproduce, and dispose of classified materials in accordance with policy.
Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with Department of War and company policies.
Periodically inspect facilities to ensure compliance with physical security measures.
Interface with government customers, program managers, and internal staff regarding Special Access Program security issues.
Coordinate incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.
Maintain accurate records for personnel security, visit requests, and Special Access Program documentation.

Desired Qualifications

An associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
Experience involving Special Access Programs or Sensitive Compartmented Information is preferred.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detailed -oriented Security Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring strict compliance with government security policies, procedures, and requirements for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within the organization. This role ensures the protection of highly sensitive information, compliance with government and company regulations, and supports a culture of security awareness.

Responsibilities

Implement, monitor, and maintain security protocols for Special Access Programs.
Develop and enforce SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
Manage all aspects of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
Prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
Receive, distribute, inventory, reproduce, and dispose of classified materials in accordance with policy.
Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with DoW and company policies.
Periodically inspect facilities to ensure compliance with physical security measures.
Interface with government customers, program managers, and internal staff regarding SAP security issues.
Coordinate incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.
Maintain accurate records for personnel security, visit requests, and SAP documentation.

Qualifications

- U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret TS/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility.
- High School Diploma (associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in security programs, preferably involving SAPs or SCI.
- Solid knowledge of DoW, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Please apply only if you have direct experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP), SAP/SAR, or SCI security environments

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Compensation: 120000 to 130000 (USD)

About the Company

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

IT and engineering services for government

AMERICAN SYSTEMS delivers information technology and engineering services to U.S. government clients as an employee-owned government contractor. It focuses on IT and enterprise services, software development, and systems engineering, with offerings such as legacy systems migration, mobile app development, and user experience design. The company operates primarily for federal agencies, including the Intelligence Community, by winning government contracts to support national security initiatives and mission-critical programs. Its employee-owned structure aligns workforce interests with company success, differentiating it from typical contractor firms by giving employees a stake in outcomes and accountability in delivering technical and engineering solutions to national security and IT needs.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chantilly, VA
Founded: 1975

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