SCIF Accreditation SME

Vector Resources•Washington, DC

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Overview: This role will provide consultation to support a Federal Security Manager responsible for the construction of a new Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 compliant Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The scope of this support includes the following: ICD 705 Interpretation: Interpret and implement ICD 705 and related policy/regulatory documents including newly promulgated Version 1.5 policy. Design and Implementation Support: Provide support for conceptual and implementation design related to SCIF design and construction within the PWS. General Contractor Vendor Support: Collaborate with the general contractor to achieve schedule milestones and certify application of milestones. Documentation Development: Develop required documentation (e.g., CSP, FFC, Pre-Construction Checklist, TEMPEST Checklist) for submission to the AO for approval. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support: Support Cognizant Security Agency (CSA) and AO with inquiries and Requests for Information. Design Review Support: Review all drawings and designs at mandated intervals, providing comments and written recommendations to ensure ICD 705 compliance is adhered to in drawings, construction reviews, implementation plans, and other associated documents as requested by the customer or physical and technical security requirements. Progress Inspections: Perform progress inspections during both phases of the project. Meeting Participation: Participate in construction meetings during all phases as well as virtual working sessions to review design plans and requirements that may need to be incorporated within related construction documents, as needed. Procedure Implementation: Implement procedures levied by the AO for the approved CSP. Security Oversight: Provide security oversight of construction in accordance with ICD 705 and TEMPEST best practices. Material Controls: Develop and implement material controls. The position will be located at the Naval Reactors Headquarters at the D.C. Navy Yard on as needed basis. Some remote work be allowed on a situation basis.

Requirements

Must possess a DOE Q Clearance or DOD TS Clearance.
Demonstrated advanced skillset in SCIF final approval accreditation support, with a minimum of 10 years of expertise and experience
Expert knowledge of SCIF construction and standards, including comprehensive design and review experience
Advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints
In-depth understanding of SCI/SCIF physical and technical standards (i.e., RF Shielding requirements, TEMPEST requirements, Sound Transmission Class (STC) attenuation standards, etc.)
Expert knowledge of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) accreditation process and the ability to interpret Director of National Intelligence (DNI) policies
Selected applicants are required to submit to drug testing and a background investigation as part of the Department of Energy clearance process.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the DOE/NNSA-specific SCIF accreditation process is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

ICD 705 Interpretation: Interpret and implement ICD 705 and related policy/regulatory documents including newly promulgated Version 1.5 policy.
Design and Implementation Support: Provide support for conceptual and implementation design related to SCIF design and construction within the PWS.
General Contractor Vendor Support: Collaborate with the general contractor to achieve schedule milestones and certify application of milestones.
Documentation Development: Develop required documentation (e.g., CSP, FFC, Pre-Construction Checklist, TEMPEST Checklist) for submission to the AO for approval.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support: Support Cognizant Security Agency (CSA) and AO with inquiries and Requests for Information.
Design Review Support: Review all drawings and designs at mandated intervals, providing comments and written recommendations to ensure ICD 705 compliance is adhered to in drawings, construction reviews, implementation plans, and other associated documents as requested by the customer or physical and technical security requirements.
Progress Inspections: Perform progress inspections during both phases of the project.
Meeting Participation: Participate in construction meetings during all phases as well as virtual working sessions to review design plans and requirements that may need to be incorporated within related construction documents, as needed.
Procedure Implementation: Implement procedures levied by the AO for the approved CSP.
Security Oversight: Provide security oversight of construction in accordance with ICD 705 and TEMPEST best practices.
Material Controls: Develop and implement material controls.