About this role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
Responsibilities
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Senior Security Manager responsible for all aspects of security required to support the Special Programs Directorate.
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Responsible for all aspects of field and facility security, to include any Special Access Program and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SAPF/SCIF) managed by the Company.
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Collaborates with management and government representatives to provide timely, appropriate and efficient security support.
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Has oversight of Company's national security compliance programs and the protection of people, property, information.
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Interfaces with representatives from DoW and other government agencies to schedule inspections, investigate incidents, and handle other issues that come up on occasion.
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Directly involved in the control of classified documents, facility access controls, visitor controls, COMSEC, and security education and awareness.
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Prepares assessments involving possible security violations and initiates measures to correct security deficiencies.
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Ensures all facets of security meet government requirements and Company policy.
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Develops and maintains comprehensive security Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) outlining security policies and guidance.
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Manages the control of classified documents, facility access controls, visitor controls, COMSEC, and security education and awareness.
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Passes SAP/SCI access certifications.
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Ensures all Program Access Requests (PARs) are processed in a timely and efficient manner.
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Conducts and manages SAP/SCI personnel, information, physical, and technical security (actions and procedures according to DoD and other government agency regulations.
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Works closely with the Cyber/IT team to ensure compliance and coordinate Cyber/IT security activities.
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Develops and maintains comprehensive Emergency Actions Plans to establish procedures and outline responsibilities of assigned personnel for safeguarding classified information during an emergency.
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Conducts random inspections as required by security policy.
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Performs and documents annual security self-inspections and represents the Company during all formal reviews or inspections.
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Ensures all security staff are properly trained and up to date on all collateral and SAP security policies and procedures.
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Tracks and ensures all required documentation for all programs is in place, up to date, and readily retrievable including but not limited to: DD254s, co-use agreements, inspections, staff clearances, accesses, security training, and foreign travel reporting.
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Collaborates with corporate security to share lessons learned and ensure consistent delivery across the company.
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Provides Leadership to the security staff while ensuring operational effectiveness
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Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree and 10-12 years of related work experience -or- Master's degree and 8-10 years of related work experience
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4+ years supporting SAP programs and efforts
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Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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Knowledgeable of DoW/ IC SCI and SAP Personnel Security processes and requirements.
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Possess an analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills.
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $145,000.00/Yr. - USD $165,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status