Security Assistant

Astrion•Bedford, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Assistant will provide security support for collateral programs and, when required, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs. This role involves supporting the management and operation of secure facilities, secure spaces, and classified meeting environments. The assistant will also help with Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) activities, ensuring compliance with applicable DoD and Air Force security requirements. Duties include processing classified mail, reviewing Visitor Access Requests (VARs), and assisting with the development and maintenance of various security documentation such as SOPs and DD Form 254s. The position also requires verifying personnel clearances, supporting security inspections, assisting with secure video teleconferencing systems, conducting entry and exit inspections, and supporting security education and awareness programs.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with SCI eligibility
Top Secret required at time of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree
7 years of directly related experience with 3 years in a DoD setting
Familiar with cloud-based systems, including management and projection of cost and performance
Familiar with agile methods and CI/CD, DevSecOps and DevOps principals
Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force
Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
Possesses the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including but not limited to briefings, documents, and plans.
Secure room and secure facility management
Physical Security (PHYSEC)
Information Security (INFOSEC)
Classified material control and accountability
Visitor Access Request (VAR) processing
Personnel Security (PERSEC) support
Operations Security (OPSEC)
Security documentation and DD Form 254 administration
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling and marking requirements
Secure Video Teleconferencing (SVTC/VTC) support
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deliver security briefings and training
Strong attention to detail and record-keeping abilities
Ability to work independently and manage multiple security tasks simultaneously
Ability to collaborate with Government, military, and contractor personnel

Responsibilities

Provide security support for collateral programs and, when required, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.
Support the management and operation of secure facilities, secure spaces, and classified meeting environments.
Assist with Physical Security (PHYSEC) and Information Security (INFOSEC) activities, ensuring compliance with applicable DoD and Air Force security requirements.
Prepare, process, receive, distribute, and maintain accountability of classified mail, packages, and associated records.
Process and review Visitor Access Requests (VARs), visit certifications, and access eligibility documentation.
Review documentation for public release and verify proper Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), classification markings, and distribution statements.
Assist with the development and maintenance of Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), DD Form 254s, OPSEC plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans, and other security documentation.
Verify personnel clearances and access authorizations prior to granting access to classified information and facilities.
Assist with security inspections, self-assessments, Management Internal Control Toolset activities, and corrective action tracking.
Support secure video teleconferencing systems, secure space projects, and classified meeting execution.
Conduct entry and exit inspections and support anti-terrorism and force protection measures as directed.
Support security education and awareness programs through briefings, presentations, and training materials.
Perform administrative security support functions as directed by the Information Protection Lead and Contractor Site Lead.