Program Security Specialist L2

Job Summary

An organization supporting a U.S. Space Force customer is seeking a Program Security Officer Level 2 to support multi-discipline security requirements with a strong emphasis on personnel security.

This role will provide day-to-day personnel security support for Special Access Program (SAP) activities, including conducting security verifications through systems such as DISS and JADE, administering security education and awareness training, and supporting compliance with applicable DoD, USAF, and USSF regulations related to SAP, SCI, and collateral security programs.

The selected candidate will interface regularly with program management teams and government security leadership to ensure security priorities are met while maintaining accurate personnel security records and supporting overall mission success.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day personnel security operations supporting SAP activities
• Conduct personnel clearance and access verifications using DISS, JADE, and related systems
• Maintain personnel security records and ensure compliance with applicable security requirements
• Prepare and manage Program Indoctrination Agreements (PIAs), debriefings, and access updates
• Support Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP) activities
• Provide security guidance to program managers, mission partners, and industry partners
• Draft, review, and coordinate DD254 documentation
• Support implementation and administration of resource protection programs
• Assist with physical, personnel, information, and industrial security functions
• Monitor controlled areas to ensure compliance with classified handling procedures
• Provide guidance regarding classification marking, safeguarding, storage, destruction, and accountability procedures for classified material
• Support security education, training, and awareness (SETA) initiatives
• Recommend updates to security procedures and standard operating processes as needed
• Report compliance concerns and security incidents to government security leadership

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3–5 years of relevant DoD experience
• Minimum of 2 years supporting SAP and/or SCI environments
• Hands-on experience in personnel security or related security disciplines
• Experience administering security policies, procedures, and compliance activities
• Experience using DISS, JADE, and related personnel security systems

Desired Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of DoD, USAF, and USSF security policies and procedures
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Proactive mindset focused on preventing security issues before they occur
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment