Government SAP Security Officer

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Major duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Mission Delta 2 is searching for a Government SAP Security Officer at NSF Dahlgren, VA, 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS), (NH-0080-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Government SAP Security Officer (GSSO) for the 19th Space Defense Squadron. The incumbent is responsible for the oversight, administration, and execution of Special Access Program (SAP) security requirements and facility management. This role requires comprehensive knowledge of specialized security protocols, physical facility requirements, and inter-agency coordination to ensure the uninterrupted protection of sensitive government assets and information. Ideal Candidate: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Specialist to serve as the Government Special Access Program (SAP) Security Officer for the 19th Space Defense Squadron. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated professional responsible for the comprehensive oversight, administration, and execution of all SAP security requirements and facility management. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary authority on Special Access Program (SAP) security, ensuring strict adherence to all government and program-specific directives. Manage all aspects of personnel security, including processing access requests, conducting indoctrinations, and maintaining access rosters. Act as the functional expert for the physical and technical security of Secure Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and SAP Facilities (SAPFs). Serve as the primary liaison with external security offices, law enforcement, and counterintelligence agencies. Act as the squadron's Facility Manager, coordinating maintenance, construction projects, and the escort of uncleared personnel. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Professional knowledge of federal, Department of War, and Department of the Air Force security policies is required to govern Special Access Programs (SAP) and ensure strict compliance across squadron operations.
2. The ability to manage physical and technical security requirements for Secure Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) is essential to maintain proper facility accreditations.
3. Skill in administering SAP personnel security and access control programs is necessary to manage Program Access Requests (PARs), conduct indoctrinations, and maintain flawless rosters.
4. The ability to serve as a primary liaison with external Program Security Offices, counterintelligence units, and law enforcement agencies is critical to mitigating security threats.
5. Knowledge of federal facility management procedures is required to submit, coordinate, and track complex work orders and projects through NAVFAC, CNIC, and other public agencies.
6. The ability to coordinate facility maintenance, escort uncleared personnel, and collaborate with the unit Resource Officer (RA) is essential to align operational execution with financial tracking.
7. Skill in written and oral communication is necessary to conduct security training, prepare compliance documents, and interface with military and civilian leadership.

Qualifications

The 0080 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.