SAP Security Specialist III (TS / SCI #25-171)

Senior Sap Security Specialist

Strategic Analysis, Inc is in search of a Senior Sap Security Specialist who provides expert-level guidance and oversight for all security aspects of Special Access Programs (SAPs), including day-to-day management of government and contractor sites. This role requires extensive experience and a deep understanding of complex program protection methodologies, evolving threat landscapes, and all relevant security disciplines. The Senior Specialist works with a Program Management Office (PMO) to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive security architectures for highly sensitive programs across the entire spectrum of classification.
• Develop and implement advanced program protection strategies, anticipating future threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide expert guidance on the application and monitoring complex security requirements (physical, information, personnel, industrial). Develop and implement security policy improvements.
• Oversee the creation and review of all Sap security documentation, ensuring compliance and best practices, including :
• Security Classification Guides (SCGs); all levels
• Program Protection Plans
• Test Security Plans
• Public Affairs (PA) / Perception Management Plans
• Exposure Contingency Plans (ECP)
• Network Accreditation Plans
• System Security Plans
• Technology Transfer and Program Transition Plans
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Co-Utilization Agreements (CUA)
• O'CONUS Deployment Plans
• Managed Access Plans
• Treaty Compliance Plans
• Transportation Plans
• Dismantle, Disposition & Demilitarization Plans
• Detailed Trip & Meeting Reports
• Memorandums of Understanding (MOU)
• Memorandums of Agreements (MOA)
• Provide expert interpretation and application of Executive Order 13526, the NISPOM, DoD Information Security Manuals, and DoD Sap Security Manuals.
• Lead security accreditation efforts and manage relationships with accrediting authorities.
• Effect the development and execution of Opsec plans and activities.
• Manage and mentor a team of Sap security specialists.
• Represent the organization in senior-level meetings and briefings. Provide strategic guidance to leadership on Sap security matters.
• Lead security incident response and investigations.
• Communicate effectively with other Service / Agency program security staffs including, but not limited to, the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Department of Energy, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), and agencies and offices within the IC.
• Actively support Agency Staff Assistance Visits of cleared defense industry base contractors and government agencies as well as the CYBERCOM Self-Inspection Programs.
• Plan and assist with program close-out actions including participation in program closeout reviews at performer sites.
• Participate in and play a key role in the Broad Area Announcement (BAA) process in support of new programs, provide security support to all classification and security architected programs, and ensure security support for all classified programs. Support the PM's vision to bring in new ideas while protecting National Security interests

Qualifications :

Travel Requirements : Limited travel within the region.

Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy includes but is not limited to the following employment actions : recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, mentoring and sponsorship programs.