Special Security Manager

Apogee Engineering • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • $120,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Apogee is seeking a Special Security Manager (SSM) to support the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC). This position manages day-to-day SCI security operations and ensures Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) is protected and administered in accordance with applicable IC/DoD directives and local policy. The SSM partners with Government security officials to maintain SCI program compliance, support mission execution, and ensure personnel and facility readiness. This is a full-time opportunity at Petterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. Contingent Upon Contract Award.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret (TS) with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) adjudication
• Bachelors Degree
• 6+ years experience managing SCI/Special Security programs in DoD/IC environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of SCI procedures (access control, visit certification, read-in/read-out, SCI material handling and accountability, incident reporting).
• Experience maintaining security documentation and supporting inspections/audits with corrective action tracking.
• Proven ability to coordinate effectively with Government security offices and support a cleared workforce.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft SOPs and deliver security briefings.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting an Army staff or SMDC-type headquarters environment and SCIF operations.
• Experience serving as an SSO/SSM in a high-tempo operational setting, supporting multiple compartments/programs.
• Familiarity with adjacent security disciplines (personnel security, physical security, COMSEC, OPSEC) and how they interface with SCI operations.
• Experience leading internal security reviews/self-inspections and developing process improvements.
• Relevant training/certifications consistent with special security duties (as applicable to the program).

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer SCI security operations (as applicable), ensuring compliance with governing directives and local SCIF/SCI procedures.
• Maintain SCI access records and security documentation (e.g., indoctrination/debriefing records, access rosters, visit requests/verification, security files, SOPs).
• Coordinate SCI visit certifications, read-ins/read-outs, and access eligibility validation in coordination with the Government.
• Oversee SCI material control: receipt, storage, reproduction (as authorized), transmission, inventory, and destruction; maintain accountability logs.
• Conduct SCI security training/awareness and ensure personnel comply with handling, reporting, and incident response requirements.
• Support inspections, audits, and self-assessments; track corrective actions and report compliance status to Government leadership.
• Respond to and document security incidents/spillages; coordinate containment, reporting, and remediation actions.
• Serve as the day-to-day security point of contact for SCI-related requirements, questions, and coordination with mission stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior