Acquisition Security Analyst

Bering Straits Native Corp•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Acquisition Security Analyst supports Department of Defense acquisition programs by ensuring compliance with acquisition security, program protection, and information security requirements. The role develops and maintains Program Protection Plans, Security Classification Guides, and other acquisition security documentation; conducts security assessments throughout the acquisition lifecycle; and supports RMF, cybersecurity, and security authorization activities. The analyst reviews security plans, DD Form 254s, and program security requirements; identifies and helps mitigate risks involving Critical Program Information, Controlled Unclassified Information, and emerging technologies; and contributes to counterintelligence, supply chain risk management, and operational security strategies. The position coordinates with government program offices, engineers, contracting personnel, cybersecurity teams, and security managers. It supports security reviews, inspections, audits, and assessments; tracks and reports risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigations; maintains security records and briefings; and advises program managers and senior leadership on security requirements, risk acceptance, and compliance. Classified contract security administration and security training may also be required. The role is primarily based in a professional office, program office, or government facility, and work may occur in classified and unclassified areas. Occasional travel to government, contractor, test, and production locations may be required. The standard schedule is full time, with occasional extended hours to support deliverables, reviews, audits, and acquisition milestones. The position is contingent upon contract award, has no supervisory responsibilities, and may require access to classified information up to the Top Secret level. Applicants must be able to obtain required government facility access credentials and, if applicable, clearance and military installation access.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Business Administration, or a related field; additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
At least 5 years of experience supporting DoD acquisition, industrial security, program protection, cybersecurity, or related security disciplines.
Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs and program office environments.
Knowledge of Defense Acquisition System processes and lifecycle management.
Experience developing and maintaining security plans, documentation, and compliance artifacts.
Experience working with classified programs and handling sensitive information.
Familiarity with DoD acquisition security policies, regulations, and guidance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leadership and government stakeholders.
Ability to analyze security risks and provide mitigation recommendations.
Experience coordinating across functional areas, including engineering, contracting, logistics, and cybersecurity teams.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Knowledge of DoD acquisition policy, Program Protection, and acquisition security principles.
Understanding of RMF, cybersecurity compliance, and supply chain risk management.
Knowledge of National Industrial Security Program requirements and classified contract administration.
Familiarity with Critical Program Information identification and protection requirements.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to interpret and apply government regulations, policies, and directives.
Ability to prioritize workload independently and manage multiple simultaneous requirements.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
Ability to work effectively in team and independent environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and government security information systems.
Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows.
Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools, such as Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry-standard software.
Knowledge of customer service practices and professional inquiry management.
Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles for handling sensitive information.
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
Time management and prioritization skills, including balancing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results.
Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining required government facility access credentials and, if applicable, required clearance levels and access to military installations.
Must be able to sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
Must be able to communicate effectively in meetings, briefings, and presentations.
Must be able to travel to government facilities, contractor sites, and meetings as required.
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of office equipment or materials.
Must be able to move throughout office and government facility environments.
Must be able to review detailed technical, contractual, and security documentation.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Security+, CISSP, PMP, or related professional certification.
Experience supporting Air Force, Space Force, Army, Navy, or other DoD acquisition programs.
Experience developing Program Protection Plans, Trusted Systems and Networks, and Anti-Tamper documentation.
Experience supporting Special Access Programs or Sensitive Compartmented Information environments.
Knowledge of Supply Chain Risk Management methodologies and implementation.
Familiarity with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency requirements and processes.
Experience supporting ACAT I, II, or III acquisition programs.

Responsibilities

Support DoD acquisition programs by ensuring compliance with Acquisition Security, Program Protection, and information security requirements.
Develop, maintain, and implement Program Protection Plans, Security Classification Guides, and acquisition security documentation.
Conduct Acquisition Security Assessments for programs, systems, and technologies throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Support Risk Management Framework, cybersecurity, and security authorization activities related to acquisition systems.
Review security plans, DD Form 254s, and program security requirements for compliance with applicable regulations.
Identify, assess, and mitigate threats related to Critical Program Information, Controlled Unclassified Information, and emerging technologies.
Assist in developing Counterintelligence, Supply Chain Risk Management, and Operational Security strategies for acquisition programs.
Coordinate with government program offices, engineers, contracting personnel, cybersecurity teams, and security managers to integrate security requirements into acquisitions.
Support security reviews, inspections, audits, and assessments conducted by government stakeholders.
Track, analyze, and report acquisition security risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigation efforts.
Maintain program security documentation, records, reports, and briefings in accordance with DoD requirements.
Recommend acquisition security requirements, risk acceptance, and compliance actions to Program Managers and senior leadership.
Assist with classified contract security administration and security training as required.