Senior Security Assistant

Senior Security Assistant

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Security Assistant providing support to Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS) program office, which is within the USAF Digital Directorate and located at Tinker AFB, OK.

This position will be under the oversight and management of the Special Security Officer (SSO) and assist the Government Special Access Program (GSSO) and Chief, IP (CIP and Government Special Access Program (SAP) Security Officer (GSSO) in the following security disciplines: physical, personnel, information, and industrial security in support of the 552^nd Air Control Wing's security oversight and management. This is to protect resources from the espionage, terrorism, and threats of unauthorized disclosure and/or compromise of information or material considered vital to the organization's mission interest, national defense, or national security.

WORK LOCATION: Tinker AFB, OK

JOB STATUS: Full Time; salaried

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD
• Understanding of counterintelligence threats and trends
• Familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate DoD and Air Force directives, manuals and instructions
• Familiarity with DISS
• Basic knowledge of the DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated in the Air Force acquisition process
• Able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Demonstrated maturity and ability in handling sensitive information regarding acquisition programs, exercises, personal matters of a potential derogatory nature, or military activities with discretion and sound judgement
• Able to accurately convey information both in written and verbal format

Other requirements may include but are not limited to:

• Must be willing to travel within organizations direct area of responsibility
• Must be willing to adapt to contingency schedule if required by unit in unusual cases of emergency or critical mission support need
• Must be able to identify classified documents/information, and know proper safeguarding
• Must complete all required security training in accordance with DoD and Air Force regulations for those filling the role of security assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Researching and preparing classified material-related policy and management recommendations, to include reports and recommendations related to security clearance processing activities with appropriate government personnel to achieve mandated clearance actions.
• Certifying and receiving SCI visitor(s) clearances/accesses, conduct SCI security briefings, indoctrinations, debriefings, conduct training on classified material /SSO-related material and topics; obtain, process and file signed nondisclosure.
• Review and keep current guidance such as fixed facility checklists for SCIFs, requests for Temporary Security Working Area (TSWA) permits and required standards for collateral open storage facilities.
• Ensure the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is written, current, implemented, and tested as required.
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures involving Anti-terrorism and Force Protections (AT/FP) requirements policies, procedures, and program status.
• Approve Restricted Area Badges, AF-1199, and certify issuance of badges, conducts badge inventories, and ensures proper destruction of AF Form 2586.
• Provide access to facility personnel via the facility's Access Control System (ACS). Responsible for processing unit personnel utilizing the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), process facility security accreditation packages, process security-related assessments and evaluations, process classified material audits, inspect classified material storage facilities, SCIFs and GSA approved containers.
• Coordinate the approval of physical access to facilities for personnel assigned to other military installations.
• Assist inquiry officials to investigate security violations, make recommendations to the Chief GSSO on site and prepare and/or review required reports related to the investigation.
• Maintain liaison with other unit security officials to ensure all security requirements/documents are met.
• Ensure that procedures and policies relative to evaluation, maintenance, and review of Personnel Security Investigations (PSIs) for all civilian, military, and contractor personnel are established and properly administered.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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