Security Specialist, Junior

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Quantico, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Access Control, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Corporate Policies, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Environmental Sciences, Facilities Management, Government, Government Policies, Government Regulations, High School Diploma, Incident Response, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Internet Service Providers, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Physical Security, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, SAP, Security Compliance, Security Monitoring, Security Protocols, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Quantico, Virginia
POSTED
3 days ago
Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Jr. Security Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will support the implementation of government security policies, procedures, and requirements for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within the organization. This role assists in protecting highly sensitive information, maintaining compliance with government and company regulations, and promoting a strong culture of security awareness.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security protocols for Special Access Programs.
  • Support the development and enforcement of SAP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Assist in conducting security briefings, debriefings, and training for SAP personnel.
  • Support the management of access control and visitor management for SAP facilities.
  • Help prepare, send, and receive visitor certifications.
  • Assist in receiving, distributing, inventorying, reproducing, and disposing of classified materials in accordance with policy.
  • Support audits and inspections to help ensure compliance with DoD and company policies.
  • Periodically assist in inspecting facilities/spaces to support compliance with physical security measures.
  • Interface, under supervision, with government customers, program managers, and internal staff regarding SAP security issues.
  • Assist in coordinating incident response and reporting for security violations or concerns.
  • Maintain accurate records for personnel security, visit requests, and SAP documentation.
Qualifications:
  • U.S. citizenship and a Top-Secret clearance SCI with eligibility.
  • High School Diploma (associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred).
  • 1–3 years of experience in security programs; exposure to SAPs or SCI environments is a plus.
  • Foundational knowledge or familiarity with DoD, NISPOM, and ICD security requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Relevant or entry-level security certifications (e.g., SPeD, Security+ or similar) are a plus, with willingness to pursue additional professional certifications (e.g., SPeD, ISP, CPP) over time.
Pay Transparency Statement: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $115,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement: EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

About the Company

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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, with approximately 1,400 employees nationwide. Based in the Washington, DC, suburb of Chantilly, VA, the company provides systems engineering, technical and managed services to government and private sector customers. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named “Contractor of the Year” at the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards in October, 2007.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Internet Services
FOUNDED
1975