Acquisition Security Analyst (ASA)

General Dynamics Information Technology • Washington, DC

3d • $158,610 - $214,590 • Onsite

About The Position

The Acquisition Security Analyst assists the Government Program Manager with developing and implementing comprehensive program protection methodologies for advanced technology programs throughout the system life cycle. The role provides program protection, security, threat and risk analysis, countermeasure support, classification guidance, and operational security support to Air Force acquisition and sustainment activities, collateral and Special Access Program (SAP) programs, and emerging mission areas. The position also supports program protection planning, security documentation, security education and training, and system requirements development for research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E).

Requirements

• At least 10 years of related experience.
• At least two years of direct SAP experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area; or an Associate’s degree in a related area plus two years of experience; or equivalent experience (four years).
• Must currently possess Top Secret/SCI clearance and be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI with polygraph.
• Must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Extensive knowledge of DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated into the Air Force acquisition process.

Responsibilities

• Analyze programs throughout their life cycles to identify critical program information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and associated vulnerabilities.
• Assist with identifying and implementing countermeasures.
• Develop and implement risk-managed program protection plans and strategies.
• Provide technical advice and security support to collateral and SAP programs and emerging mission areas.
• Provide security guidance to the GSSO and Program Manager on the Air Force acquisition and sustainment process.
• Advise on contract security requirements, including their cost, feasibility, and appropriateness.
• Work with the Program Manager, Contracting Officer, and contractor security officers to ensure standardized and correct DD Form 254 processes throughout acquisition and sustainment.
• Directly support customer program protection and security officers in developing, executing, and implementing Program Protection Planning (PPP).
• Assess threats and risks, develop risk-management actions, and implement long-term courses of action.
• Assist in developing and writing OPSEC plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans, and other security documents as needed.
• Review program documentation for public release and ensure CUI has appropriate markings, classifications, and distribution statements under Air Force doctrine.
• Analyze foreign intelligence threats against programs involving critical research, sensitive technologies, or CPI.
• Prepare analytical products from multiple resources, including databases, to provide real-time, tailored analysis.
• Provide classification guidance and assistance for collateral and SAP security programs.
• Analyze counterintelligence reports and prepare written summaries of activities that may affect customer resources.
• Write, review, or edit Security Classification Guides (SCG), Exposure Contingency Plans (ECP), Managed Access Plans (MAP), Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), and System Test Plans (STP).
• Assist government system security engineers with SAP closeout actions as needed.
• Develop and implement quarterly and annual security education and training for personnel.
• Provide technical analysis and OPSEC support to SAF/AAZ, SAF/AQ Special Programs, and associated operations, missions, and organizational elements involved in developing system requirements for associated systems RDT&E.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages, including medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Internal mobility support and professional growth opportunities.
• Paid education and certifications.
• Extra paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior