Acquisition Lifecycle Security Specialist L3

Job Title: Acquisition Lifecycle Security Specialist L3 -5436

Job Location: Kirtland AFB, NM, 87117

Job Salary: $115,000 - $125,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Program Security Specialist Level three to join our dynamic team of professionals. This position plays a pivotal role in managing and safeguarding Collateral, SCI, and SAP security programs for the USSF.

As a key member of the program security team, you will oversee and execute personnel, physical, industrial, and information security operations while ensuring seamless day-to-day program activities. Your responsibilities will include managing personnel security operations within the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE), conducting security indoctrinations, and facilitating the rapid integration of military, civilian, and contractor personnel.

You will also lead in/out processing procedures, oversee access control for multiple secure facilities, and act as a trusted advisor on security matters to civilian personnel and senior leadership. Additionally, you will support government inspections and audits, ensuring full compliance with DoD regulations and standards.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and refine security policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), presenting innovative drafts and proposals to government decision-makers. Your contributions will directly enhance mission readiness and operational excellence.

Compensation Minimum: $115,000

Compensation Maximum: $125,000

Skills / Experience Required

• Maintain and possess a Top-Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligible
• 4 years’ experience in SAP/SCI environment and worked in this environment within the last five years 
• 10 years of relevant experience within the Department of Defense (DoD), offering a deep understanding of the intricacies of defense operations
• Experience working classified computer systems such as Scattered Castles/JWICS/SGN
• May be required to consent to and successfully complete a government counterintelligence scope polygraph
• Lead the implementation of robust processes across Physical Security (PHYSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Personnel Security (PERSEC), and Industrial Security (INDUSEC), ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Ability to manage physical security operations and risk management to safeguard classified information
• Oversee the destruction of classified materials in accordance with established procedures
• Assist in processing inbound and outbound data transfer files to ensure secure handling
• Handle the research, processing, filing, and maintenance of inbound and outbound visit notices
• Escort facility visitors, manages associated logs, and oversees badging during portfolio days
• Support physical security personnel with entry and exit inspections and maintains facility access control systems, including visitor control
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments throughout acquisition and development processes, implementing preventive measures to mitigate risks
• Develop, update, and review policies and procedures for secure facilities, including SOPs, OPSEC plans, and mission partner security requirements
• Prepare and deliver briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy discussions to secure cooperation and convey program changes
• Apply critical thinking and initiative to resolve complex problems, prioritize tasks, and develop processes within Collateral, SCI, and Program Security
• Utilize the Defense Information Security System (DISS) as the DoD enterprise system for SCI and Collateral PERSEC, and the Joint Access Database Environment (JADE) for Program PERSEC
• Verify accesses, creates Program Access Requests (PARs), and determines Program access eligibility as a Special Access Program Personnel Security Officer (SPO)
• Provide guidance on classification marking, accountability, control, storage, safeguarding, downgrading, declassifying, and destruction of classified materials
• Ensure compliance with physical security programs for assigned facilities
• Support the security compliance team by preparing documentation, including self-inspections and Fixed Facility Checklists
• Assist managers in implementing policies and procedures for safeguarding classified information, including access controls, storage, transmission, and destruction
• Incorporate lessons learned into Collateral, SCI, and SAP security education and awareness programs
• Manage the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP) for personnel access approval
• Coordinate with Program Management on PARs and SCI nominations, ensuring proper vetting of candidates
• Support and maintain sponsorship of mission partner SCI-indoctrinated personnel, ensuring training and reporting compliance at partner facilities
• Review Program Security Classification Guides (SCGs) for administrative accuracy, formatting, and marking compliance in coordination with the responsible Program Manager
• Conduct and document facility reviews and facility close-outs for supported programs
• Monitor, report, and track corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews
• Travel to support the program management team at industry and government locations

Education / Certifications

• Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MS), or Master of Engineering (ME) degree, with the flexibility to consider extensive work experience as a substitute for formal education
• Center for Development of Security excellence (CDSE) Security Specialist Course
• Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certification Program

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000