Special Security Specialist (Mid-Level
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Security
Information Security & Data Protection
Amentum is seeking a Special Security Specialist (Mid-Level) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency's Defense Intelligence Enterprise. None of the missions happen without access, and access doesn't happen without you. As a Special Security Specialist supporting DIA, you'll work alongside the Special Security Officer to control access to SCI and SCI facilities, run the briefings and debriefings that keep the workforce compliant, and keep the paperwork, inspections, and audits airtight.
You'll be the person people trust to get their access right the first time. This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs, security clearance verification, and funding availability.
Work Schedule:
(shift hours and days of the week) 5 days, 8 hours/day M-F
- Assist the Special Security Officer (SSO) in controlling access to SCI and SCI facilities (SCIFs)
- Certify and receive SCI visitor clearances and accesses, coordinating so official visits go smoothly
- Conduct SCI security briefings, indoctrinations, and debriefings, and deliver training on classified material handling and SSO-related topics
- Obtain signed nondisclosure agreements and process SCI position and eligibility requests for assigned military, government, and contractor personnel
- Conduct audits of classified material and inspections of storage facilities, SCIFs, and containers
- Research and prepare classified material policy and management recommendations and reports
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 8+ years of relevant special security or SSO support experience, with recent experience within the last 2 years
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Working knowledge of ICD 704, ICD 705, and DoD SCI security policy
- Meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment in handling sensitive personnel matters
Security
Clearance Required:
Active TS/SCI clearance
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Minimum Years of
Experience:
8+ years of relevant special security or SSO support experience, with recent experience within the last 2 years
- AI if applicable to your program
- Prior DIA or IC security experience
- SFPC, SAPPC, or similar security professional certification
- SCIF construction or accreditation experience
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum's role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.
OtherResponsibilities Safety
Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
QualityQuality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
ProcedureCompliance
Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,…
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