Security Assistant - Journeyman

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking a Security Assistant - Journeyman to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/HBD), Theater Battle Control Division. The Theater Battle Control Division manages efforts focused on developing, acquiring, fielding and sustaining programs that support worldwide communications, Battle Management, Command & Control, Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C2ISR), Tactical Air Control, Air/Ground Surveillance, Time Critical Targeting, Combat Identification, Radar Imagery, Integrated Air/Missile Defense, and Mobile/Fixed C2ISR Performance, Exploitation & Dissemination Facilities. This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. ARS is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions, delivering premier talent and technology across focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without career-driven, loyal professionals, state-of-the-art results for mission partners would not be possible. ARS firmly believes that prioritizing employees is of the utmost importance, providing a culture where employees are challenged to meet career goals and aspirations while maintaining work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through an industry-competitive benefits package, an awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Requirements

Active Secret Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. citizen
3+ years of experience within DoD
Bachelor's or master's Degree in a related field
Understanding of counterintelligence threats and trends
Familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate DoD and Air Force directives, manuals and instructions
Familiarity with DISS
Basic knowledge of the DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated in the Air Force acquisition process
Able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
Demonstrated maturity and ability in handling sensitive information regarding acquisition programs, exercises, personal matters of a potential derogatory nature, or military activities with discretion and sound judgement
Able to accurately convey information both in written and verbal format
Must be willing to travel within organizations direct area of responsibility
Must be willing to adapt to contingency schedule if required by unit in unusual cases of emergency or critical mission support need
Must be able to identify classified documents/information, and know proper safeguarding
Must complete all required security training in accordance with DoD and Air Force regulations for those filling the role of security assistant

Nice To Haves

Understanding of cloud-based classified systems and connections is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide technical advice and security support to multiple collateral programs and where specifically called for, SCI programs within the directorate
Maintain an effective working relationship with Information Protection (IP) leads, program managers, contracting officers and anyone else as needed to ensure a standardized and accurate protection integration focus throughout the acquisition and sustainment life cycle of directorate programs
Assist in the development and writing of Operations Security (OPSEC) plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans and any other security documents as needed for the customer
Review program documentation for public release, to include ensuring CUI has proper markings, classifications and distribution statements per DoD and AF guidance and provide accurate feedback to IP Leads about document disposition ability
Provide classification guidance and assistance for all collateral and SCI (where needed) programs
Advise on counterintelligence threats and trends to assist unit and program assigned personnel
Assist with development of Security Classification Guides, Program Protection Plans, Security Operating Procedures (SOP), DD Form 254s and other key acquisition/security program documents as directed by the IP lead
Other duties as assigned