Special Access Program Security Officer

Bowhead•Arlington, VA

7d•$175,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position ensures security management and compliance for security controls for DoD cloud migration projects while coordinating security accreditation activities and maintaining ongoing security posture, training, and other related events in accordance with Government and Bowhead policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution or 10 years experience in leiu of this degree.
Minimum of 16+ years of information security experience with demonstrated expertise in cloud security
Minimum of 5+ years of DoD SAP security experience in enterprise environments
Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience with cloud security frameworks and implementations
Complete understanding and experience implementing requirements of the NISPOM and ICDs
Knowledge of cloud security principles and FedRAMP requirements
Demonstrated ability to develop solutions to complex security problems
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and executive audiences
Recent experience with security management policies and procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and security management tools
DoD Directive 8570 compliant certification
CompTIA Security+
Must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and ability to maintain SAP (Special Access Program) eligibility.
US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.

Nice To Haves

Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
Special Program Security Credentials (SPSC)
other Security Specific SPED Certifications

Responsibilities

Implement and enforce SAP security management per DoD and customer specific standards/regulations/policies
Plan, schedule, and prioritize security activities to accomplish mission objectives
Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis on facilities/processes, addressing impacts
Establish, maintain, and update Security Operating Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, and other applicable procedures
Ensure applicable Security Classification Guides and pertinent classification documentation is available to employees
Proven experience reporting/coordinating security matters, including personnel vetting issues and security incidents, with the Program Security Officer, Contractor Program Manager, Government Program Manager, and company leadership to include coordinating response activities.
Conduct exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments as a result of the loss of classified information
Establish, conduct, and maintain security training and documentation for initial, courier, situational, and annual refresher
Execute the SAP Nomination Process ensuring accuracy and clarity with applicable prescreening questionnaires and conduct applicable reviews of candidates being submitted for SAP access
Have access to and able to understand information found in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) Web Application or any successor system
Prepare, process, and/or review Program Access Request (PARs) for accuracy and access eligibility
Perform indoctrinations to individuals approved for access to include documentation and updating applicable databases
Establish, update, and conduct debriefings to include documentation, updating applicable databases, and visit requests
Prove experience with and maintain access to the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE), or any successor system, and maintain personnel security files, to include input and reporting requirements
Research, process, file, and maintain inbound and outbound SAP visit notices
Conduct and maintain documentation of annual self-inspection or other compliance inspections and submit corrective action plans to applicable authorities through completion
Establish procedures and be knowledgeable of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and the requirements that go with IDS and alarm response
Establish, update, and ensure access control procedures are in place for the facility and access control badges
Establish, update, and conduct escort procedures, including logging, for cleared and uncleared visitors
Conduct entry and exit inspections
Maintain security containers and facilities to ensure ability to properly safeguard classified information
Establish and maintain an accountability process for Top Secret SAP and media (hard drives, discs) materials
Acquire and maintain destruction procedures/equipment consistent with regulations
Be able to maintain records for and coordinate distribution (including packaging)/receipt of classified information/packages
Interface with facility cybersecurity Information Systems Security Managers and/or Information Systems Security Officers to ensure full protection of all classified materials are met
Basic understanding of Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) and other cybersecurity requirements
Ensure an Operational Security (OPSEC) plan has been established and communicated to company employees
Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight of team members
Maintain an extensive customer database point of contact listing
Maintain various daily logs for a variety of administrative functions associated with security management
Handle classified information according to proper procedures and security protocols
Perform other duties as assigned including miscellaneous administrative support functions