Special Security Specialist (Mid-Level)

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Special Security Specialist (mid-level) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency's Defense Intelligence Enterprise. The specialist works alongside the Special Security Officer to control access to SCI and SCI facilities, run briefings and debriefings that keep the workforce compliant, and keep paperwork, inspections and audits airtight. The position is contingent on contract award, business needs, security clearance verification and funding availability.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Special Security Officer in controlling access to SCI and SCI facilities (SCIFs)
• Certify and receive SCI visitor clearances and accesses, coordinating official visits
• Conduct SCI security briefings, indoctrinations and debriefings, and train on classified material handling and SSO-related topics
• Obtain signed nondisclosure agreements and process SCI position and eligibility requests for 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

Required profile

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 8+ years of relevant special security or SSO support experience, with recent experience within the last 2 years
• Preferred: AI if applicable to your program, prior DIA or IC security experience, SFPC, SAPPC or similar security certification, and SCIF construction or accreditation experience

Required skills

• Working knowledge of ICD 704, ICD 705 and DoD SCI security policy
• Meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment in handling sensitive personnel matters

What we offer

• Base salary range of $80k to $160k depending on location and factors
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan and disability and life insurance