Special Access Program Security Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Category
Information Security
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
(Onsite Workplace)
Key Skills For Success

Information Security

Program Security

Security Education

REQ#: RQ169443
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Pipeline
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description
Program Security SAP SMEAlbuquerque. New Mexico
Transform technology into opportunity as an Information Security Special Access Program Subject Matter Expert with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an Information Security Analyst Expert you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. The Program Security SME's primary function is to provide expert-level multi-discipline security support for one or more of the customer's Special Access Programs (SAPs). The position will provide "day-today" multi-discipline analysis for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

HOW AN INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST EXPERT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
  • Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy
  • Lead efforts in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding Special Access Program (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and collateral data in support of US military operations
  • Provide day-to-day security support that includes continuous assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and provide appropriate recommendations for revising and improving security policies, procedures, and systems
  • Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities
  • Lead efforts in developing, implementing, and training the Operations
  • Security program
  • Lead efforts in providing contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight
  • Brief all levels of personnel, both in the government and senior civilian services, on a variety of security related topics
  • Conduct and document SAP facility compliance reviews, follow-on facility reviews, and facility close-outs
  • Monitor, report and track all corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews
  • Ensure timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff
  • Conduct exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments resulting from the loss of classified information
  • Coordinate with SAP security personnel to ensure lessons learned are incorporated into the curriculum for the SAP security education & awareness program
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight of team members


WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Experience:
  • 15 - 20 years related experience
  • SAP experience required
Education/Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years)
  • Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) required
Security Clearance:
  • TS/SCI
  • Must be wiling to obtain a CI Polygraph
  • Eligibility for SAP access
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements
Years of Experience

15 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

10-25%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $143,480 - $194,120. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.