Program Security Representative (PSR) - Special Access Programs (SAP)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS•Quantico Base, VA

3d•$145,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Program Security Representative (PSR) to join our growing team in Quantico, VA. This role is ideal for a security professional with strong experience supporting DoW security requirements, including multi-level security environments and Special Access Programs (SAP). In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted Security Subject Matter Expert (SME), helping ensure compliance, strengthen security operations, and support both internal teams and external stakeholders across a complex security environment.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in DoD and/or IC program security management
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Experience supporting SAP environments
Strong knowledge of SAP/SCI security standards, policies, processes, and government regulations
Experience managing and implementing ICD 705 facility requirements for SAP/SCI spaces
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to assess risk and implement security strategies in a dynamic environment
Ability to navigate complex security challenges and adapt to evolving requirements
U.S. citizenship required due to security clearance requirements

Responsibilities

Support a diverse industrial security program across multiple DoW multi-level security environments, including SAP
Partner with both government and industry stakeholders to build strong working relationships and support mission success
Help implement and maintain compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and applicable Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
Conduct site assessment visits and support training and education for security staff
Work closely with site leadership to strengthen and support local security programs
Participate in vulnerability assessments and help address security issues as they arise
Support internal investigations involving the loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified information in accordance with NISP and customer security directives
Stay current on evolving U.S. Government national security policies and procedures, and help communicate relevant updates to customer organizations
Help mentor and develop security professionals to maintain a strong, knowledgeable, and high-performing security team
Serve as a business partner by providing practical, sound security guidance to leaders across the organization
Support Business Development efforts by helping ensure compliance for classified proposals and contributing to security volumes
Collaborate with IT Security teams to promote an integrated approach to industrial and cyber security
Assist in the development of training programs that support the implementation and execution of SAP security requirements
Help draft and distribute appointment letters for key security roles, including: Access Approval Authority (AAA), Program Security Officers, SAP Accrediting Officials, SAP Personnel Security Officials