What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Security Forces Support Specialist (SME Level II) position at Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc?
Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc. (STI-TEC) specializes in the delivery of professional business and information management services. STI-TEC offers government and commercial clients a comprehensive portfolio of services that identify, manage, distribute and improve business processes related to entities’ most valued resource, information. As a fast-growing solutions provider, established in 2000, total customer satisfaction has remained the cornerstone of our business. Our business model focuses on integrity, loyalty, and trust.
Position Overview
The Nuclear Security Forces Support Specialist will support HQ Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) in providing System Engineering Support (SES) services for ICBM and helicopter operations.
Essential Job Function
- Provide technical input and support development activities to ensure effectiveness of Sentinel security concepts and programs. Support periodic reviews, development tests, and evaluations
- Support development and implementation of Battlespace Awareness initiatives throughout AFGSC nuclear operations. Support and monitor progress of other Battlespace Awareness initiatives ongoing by USSTRATCOM, AF/A4S and AFGSC
- Provide technical input and support development activities for the proposed Weapons Storage Facility (WSF) MILCON Plan (WMP), the next-generation WSA construct. Support periodic design reviews, development tests, and evaluations
- Assist in the development of AFGSC guidance revisions and clarifications for DoD/AF Nuclear Security Manual and AFGSC Supplement. Participate in revision activities to DoD/AF/AFGSC nuclear security guidance
- Support development/implementation of the Nuclear Surety Deviation Process, an initiative by AF Safety Center (AFSEC) to consolidate all nuclear surety deviations and develop a robust risk management tool for use by MAJCOM/CCs and for presentation to CSAF
- Review Facility Engineering Changes. Review proposed Master Configuration Lists (MCLs) and Facility Change Initiation Requests (FCIRs) for activities in the ICBM complex. Review proposed activities for impact to unit SF personnel and/or security systems. Provide way-ahead for potential impacts to nuclear security
- Support HQ-tasked tests, exercises and studies, as directed by AFGSC/A3S. Prepare reports and after-action reviews/summaries, as directed
- Prepare briefings, talking papers and other background materials for AFGSC leadership information/presentation (e.g., SF Commander’s Conference, Air Force Nuclear Oversight Board (NOB) and the Nuclear Issues Resolution and Integration (NIRI), etc.). Provide data in support of AFGSC testimony to congressional committees in support of AFGSC Nuclear Security
- Serve as Nuclear Surety Technical Advisor. Support the Nuclear Weapons System Safety Group (NWSSG), ICBM Nuclear Surety Working Group (NSWG), Sentinel NSWG, and AFGSC Nuclear Surety Council (NSC). Serve as nuclear security Technical Advisor to AFGSC and/or AF Security Forces voting members during NWSSG Operational Safety Reviews and Special Safety Studies. Prepare and brief status of AFGSC security initiatives to NWSSG, ICBM NSWG, Sentinel NSWG and AFGSC NSC
- Support AFGSC/A3S, National Security Agency (NSA)-designated Controlling Authority, on COMSEC-related issues, including but not limited to: respond to COMSEC incidents; prepare and submit annual resupply memoranda, ensure sustainability of existing devices, and work with NSA and CPSD to ensure successful development of next-generation system
- Support development and validation of the AFGSC Strategic Security Plan (SSP). Ensure the SSP includes current nuclear security guidance and appropriately addresses nuclear security deviations. Ensure AFGSC nuclear security programs are accurately represented in the final product
- Provide technical input and support development activities to ensure effectiveness of Weapons Storage Areas (WSAs) Kirtland Underground Munitions Maintenance and Storage Complex (KUMMSC), bomber generation/dispersal, Prime Nuclear Airlift Force (PNAF), Nuclear Command, Control & Communications (NC3), security plans and security improvement programs. Support periodic design reviews, development tests, and evaluations
- Prepare and coordinate annual security deviation package with units, NAFs, AFGSC, HAF and USSTRATCOM, as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a bachelor’s degree
- Must possess a Top Secret clearance
- Must be eligible for SCI clearance
Desired Qualifications
- At least 8 years of ICBM experience
- At least 8 years of headquarters (e.g., MAJCOM, NAF, Joint, etc.) staff experience
- At least 8 years of USAF Nuclear Security Program experience
Target Salary Range
Competitive to Market at time of contract
Competitive to Market at time of contract
STI-TEC offers a competitive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short term/long term disability coverage
- Retirement savings – 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Holiday leave
- Alternate work schedules (depending on work site)
- Flexible spending account options
Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@sti-tec.com or you may call us at 1 918.583.9900.
STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@sti-tec.com or you may call us at 1 918.583.9900.
- This job posting is to identify potential candidates for positions in order to respond to a request for proposal. This job posting, including but not limited to, qualifications, duties, compensation and benefits, is subject to change based on the terms and conditions of the awarded contract and is contingent on STI-TEC being awarded the contract.