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Special Security Technician (SST) - Senior LCAT: Senior
Location: Ft Meade, Maryland / On-site
Office: U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command Required clearance: TS/SCI, ability to pass a polygraph Required education: Master's degree OR a bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (for a total of 15 years' experience); Minimum of 10 years of experience in security administration, SCI/SAP programs, or related DoD/IC security roles, with recent experience within the last 2 years. Description: This position is contingent upon award of contract. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Special Security Technician (SST) to support Air Combat Command (ACC) security programs, including Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Programs (SAP), and collateral security activities. The SST plays a critical role in the protection of classified information, facilities, systems, and personnel by supporting Special Security Office (SSO) and program security functions. This position requires a strong understanding of security policies, procedures, and controlled environments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). The selected candidate will provide advanced security administration, oversight, and compliance support across personnel, physical, industrial, and information security domains. This role requires deep expertise in security program management, SCIF/SAPF accreditation, and cybersecurity integration, ensuring adherence to DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives. Responsibilities * Support the operation of the Special Security Office (SSO) and administration of SCI security programs for assigned units and SCIFs. * Provide expert guidance on SCI security procedures, policies, and compliance requirements. * Interpret and apply directives from ODNI, DoD, DIA, and Air Force governing security programs. * Execute all aspects of the Personnel Security Program, including processing access requests through Defense Information System for Security (DISS), conducting nomination interviews and validating clearance requirements, and submitting investigative requests and tracking clearance adjudications * Manage Control Access Program (CAP) activities, including Program Access Requests (PARs). * Provide physical security support for SCIFs and SAPFs in compliance with ICD 705 and related directives. * Develop, review, and maintain facility accreditation packages, including Fixed Facility Checklists, TEMPEST addendums, and construction security plans * Ensure proper safeguarding, handling, transmission, and destruction of classified materials. * Support security violation investigations and prepare required reporting documentation. * Develop, coordinate, and deliver security training programs for military, civilian and contractor personnel. * Conduct required security briefings (initial, annual, special access, and debriefings). * Support cybersecurity operations in coordination with ISSMs and cybersecurity leadership. * Assist with access control and system authorization processes, audit log collection and compliance reporting, and media protection, sanitization, and destruction * Conduct research and recommend implementation of security controls aligned with ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53 Required Experience: * Demonstrated expertise in SCI and SAP security program management, personnel security processing (DISS, CAP, PARs), and SCIF/SAPF accreditation and physical security compliance * In-depth knowledge of DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives * Strong understanding of ICD 503, ICD 705, NIST 800-53, and related frameworks * Extensive experience in supporting security investigations, compliance inspections and audits * Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and ISSO/ISSM support functions * Excellent communication skills for delivering briefings and advising leadership * Experience maintaining compliance documentation and conducting inspections * Proficiency with standard office tools and security-related databases * Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism Desired Qualifications: * Prior experience supporting ACC or MAJCOM-level security programs * Experience with SAP programs and CAP administration * Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting cybersecurity programs or ISSO functions * Completion of Air Force or DoD security training programs (e.g., SSO courses). ABOUT NALLEY CONSULTING Nalley Consulting is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business working with prime partners to staff Department of Defense and Intelligence Community positions. Created by a U.S. Navy intelligence veteran, Nalley Consulting has grown to include multiple IDIQ vehicles in several states. Nalley Consulting fringe benefits include: * Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits * PTO * 11 paid federal holidays * Tuition assistance * Paid military-reserve leave * Paid parental leave for birth or adoption * 401k matching up to 5 percent of the base salary * Flex time * Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Location: Ft Meade, Maryland / On-site
Office: U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command Required clearance: TS/SCI, ability to pass a polygraph Required education: Master's degree OR a bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (for a total of 15 years' experience); Minimum of 10 years of experience in security administration, SCI/SAP programs, or related DoD/IC security roles, with recent experience within the last 2 years. Description: This position is contingent upon award of contract. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Special Security Technician (SST) to support Air Combat Command (ACC) security programs, including Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Programs (SAP), and collateral security activities. The SST plays a critical role in the protection of classified information, facilities, systems, and personnel by supporting Special Security Office (SSO) and program security functions. This position requires a strong understanding of security policies, procedures, and controlled environments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). The selected candidate will provide advanced security administration, oversight, and compliance support across personnel, physical, industrial, and information security domains. This role requires deep expertise in security program management, SCIF/SAPF accreditation, and cybersecurity integration, ensuring adherence to DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives. Responsibilities * Support the operation of the Special Security Office (SSO) and administration of SCI security programs for assigned units and SCIFs. * Provide expert guidance on SCI security procedures, policies, and compliance requirements. * Interpret and apply directives from ODNI, DoD, DIA, and Air Force governing security programs. * Execute all aspects of the Personnel Security Program, including processing access requests through Defense Information System for Security (DISS), conducting nomination interviews and validating clearance requirements, and submitting investigative requests and tracking clearance adjudications * Manage Control Access Program (CAP) activities, including Program Access Requests (PARs). * Provide physical security support for SCIFs and SAPFs in compliance with ICD 705 and related directives. * Develop, review, and maintain facility accreditation packages, including Fixed Facility Checklists, TEMPEST addendums, and construction security plans * Ensure proper safeguarding, handling, transmission, and destruction of classified materials. * Support security violation investigations and prepare required reporting documentation. * Develop, coordinate, and deliver security training programs for military, civilian and contractor personnel. * Conduct required security briefings (initial, annual, special access, and debriefings). * Support cybersecurity operations in coordination with ISSMs and cybersecurity leadership. * Assist with access control and system authorization processes, audit log collection and compliance reporting, and media protection, sanitization, and destruction * Conduct research and recommend implementation of security controls aligned with ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53 Required Experience: * Demonstrated expertise in SCI and SAP security program management, personnel security processing (DISS, CAP, PARs), and SCIF/SAPF accreditation and physical security compliance * In-depth knowledge of DoD, IC, and Air Force security policies and directives * Strong understanding of ICD 503, ICD 705, NIST 800-53, and related frameworks * Extensive experience in supporting security investigations, compliance inspections and audits * Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and ISSO/ISSM support functions * Excellent communication skills for delivering briefings and advising leadership * Experience maintaining compliance documentation and conducting inspections * Proficiency with standard office tools and security-related databases * Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism Desired Qualifications: * Prior experience supporting ACC or MAJCOM-level security programs * Experience with SAP programs and CAP administration * Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting cybersecurity programs or ISSO functions * Completion of Air Force or DoD security training programs (e.g., SSO courses). ABOUT NALLEY CONSULTING Nalley Consulting is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business working with prime partners to staff Department of Defense and Intelligence Community positions. Created by a U.S. Navy intelligence veteran, Nalley Consulting has grown to include multiple IDIQ vehicles in several states. Nalley Consulting fringe benefits include: * Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits * PTO * 11 paid federal holidays * Tuition assistance * Paid military-reserve leave * Paid parental leave for birth or adoption * 401k matching up to 5 percent of the base salary * Flex time * Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.