PERSEC Security Specialist

SAIC•El Segundo, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an energized and professional PERSEC Security Specialist to support secure operating facilities on its Horizon 2 contract in El Segundo, California. The specialist supports all facets of Program and Personnel Security (PERSEC), assisting Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSOs) and providing day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The role supports missions for the US Space Force and Space Systems Command and offers mentoring and professional growth. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are important in a customer-centric environment that may require sporadic off-hours support. The specialist manages personnel access and security processes, including clearance and program-access requests, nominations, eligibility validation, indoctrinations, security training, information and equipment control, classification management, compliance activities, and security incident coordination. The role also supports government program offices and security officers, maintains applicable personnel records and security procedures, and performs related operational security functions as directed by the site lead or Senior Security Representative.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a security-related field, and 9 or more years of related experience.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and willingness to complete a polygraph.
Familiarity with Program Security responsibilities, including OPSEC, Program Protection, Personnel Security, Security Training and Education, and classification management.
Experience working with DISS and SCInet and in a SAP and/or SCI environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and government customers.
Ability to work in a constantly changing regulatory environment and work well within a team.
Ability to solve problems and think critically, sometimes independently and without significant experience or documentation for the problem area.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working security processes in a SAP environment.
Knowledge of and experience using SIMS and/or JADE.
Experience using National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) and National Industrial Security System (NISS).
Experience creating or updating plans, processes, and procedures.
Experience with Security Classification Guides (SCGs).
Working knowledge of ICD 705 and secure facility construction standards and requirements.
Understanding of DD254s in support of government contracts.
Proficiency in COMSEC operations.

Responsibilities

Initiate, track, and monitor SCI and SAP clearance and program-access requests with government personnel.
Execute PERSEC activities, including nominations, access-requirement validation, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Letters of Compelling Need, and related actions.
Manage the Special Access Program Nomination Process and prepare, process, or review Program Access Requests for accuracy and access eligibility.
Enter data and conduct record checks in the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) and Defense Information System for Security (DISS), maintaining accurate contract personnel information.
Conduct SAP indoctrinations and maintain and track program accesses for contract personnel.
Ensure proper accounting, control, transmission, packaging, safeguarding, and destruction of collateral, SCI, SAP, and COMSEC information and equipment.
Oversee classification management, including Top Secret accountability and media control.
Support government program offices and security officers in developing, implementing, and maintaining program and personnel security efforts.
Lead initial and annual security awareness, training, and education efforts.
Assist with implementing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, security directives, regulations, manuals, and guidance.
Investigate possible or actual security incidents and coordinate with government security representatives.
Participate in SAP Security and COMSEC compliance inspections and self-assessments.
Assist with processing inbound and outbound data transfer files.
Process and certify incoming and outgoing visit requests and provide facility escort assistance.
Perform other support functions as directed by the site lead or Senior Security Representative to maintain an efficient operational security posture for programs and information systems.