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ANSER · 2 months ago

Area Security Officer - Program Security Specialist Team Lead

McLean, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. They are seeking an Area Security Officer - Program Security Specialist Team Lead to lead all security coordination functions for the Program Security and Information Systems Support Team. The role involves providing administrative support, delivering program and information security, and ensuring compliance with security protocols and regulations.

ConsultingNational SecurityNon ProfitPublic SafetyRisk Management

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and operational support to the Security Management Lead, including tracking tasks, maintaining security documentation, preparing reports, and assisting with day-to-day coordination of security initiatives

Deliver program and information security support to safeguard personnel, physical assets, classified information, and IT systems in alignment with federal regulations and organizational policies

Assist in the implementation, oversight, and compliance of security programs at the Special Access Program (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Intelligence Community Controlled Access Program (IC CAP) levels, ensuring all security protocols are properly enforced and documented

Coordinate security-related operations and activities with both internal teams and external partners—including government agencies and contractors—to ensure compliance with mission requirements, security directives, and regulatory standards

Qualification

TS/SCI clearance with PolySecurity policies knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteProfessional security certificationsSAPSCISecurity compliance frameworksCommunication skills

Required

Current TS/SCI clearance with Poly

Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Security Management, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a similar discipline

Minimum of 10 years of professional experience providing administrative, program, or security support within a federal or government contracting environment

Demonstrated knowledge of security policies and procedures, including those related to Special Access Programs (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Intelligence Community Controlled Access Programs (IC CAP)

Proficiency with office productivity tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and secure document management systems

Preferred

Master's degree in a related field such as National Security Studies, Intelligence, or Organizational Management

Professional security certifications, such as: Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Industrial Security Professional (ISP), Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Facility Security Officer (FSO) Certification

Experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP) or SCI environments, particularly within the Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC)

Familiarity with security compliance frameworks, such as NISPOM, ICDs, and DoD SAP policies

Experience using government systems for security and personnel management, such as DISS, Scattered Castles, or JADE

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft reports, briefings, and security documentation for senior leadership

Company

ANSER

In 1958 the Air Force needed a technically qualified unbiased organization that could rapidly provide analysis for identified and evolving mission requirements.

Founded in 1958

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees