Special Security Office I (SSO)

Overview

The Special Security Office (SSO) Security Specialist Level I supports day-to-day Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security operations, including SCIF access control, visitor screening, SCI indoctrination and debriefing support, classified material handling, records maintenance, courier support, and assistance with annual SCI training tracking. This role helps ensure SCI and collateral classified information is properly received, safeguarded, transmitted, stored, and destroyed in accordance with established security procedures. The ideal candidate has foundational SSO experience, knowledge of SCI access processes and SCIF operations, strong communication and customer service skills, and the ability to support secure, accurate, and compliant mission operations.

Duties and Responsibilties

Screen visitors and control access to all SCIFs using local databases, Defense Information System for Security (DISS), and Scattered Castles.

Coordinate meetings and conferences held within SCIFs.

Conduct required SCIF inspections, response tests, and Intrusion Detection System checks.

Prepare, maintain, and update Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC) and TEMPEST Addendums for each DTRA SCIF.

Conduct SCI indoctrinations, debriefings, and Personnel Security prescreen interviews within established timelines.

Process SCI permanent certifications, both inbound and outbound, within established timelines.

Assist with management of the contractor SCI nomination program for the SSO.

Track completion rates for required annual SCI re training.

Maintain Crypto-cleared personnel records and adhere to applicable COMSEC regulations and guidelines.

Conduct classification marking reviews of all material leaving the SCIF and provide guidance on the marking of SCI material.

Administer the receipt, control, and accountability of SCI material.

Enter approved equipment introduced into a SCIF into the equipment log.

Ensure equipment removed from a SCIF has been properly sanitized and approved by the SSO Information Assurance Manager (IAM).

Maintain the Support Program Communication Security (COMSEC) account by ensuring accountability of Crypto material, keys, and key-loading equipment, as applicable.

Support the receipt, staging, transport, storage, safeguarding, installation, initialization, and operation of Cryptographically Controlled Items (CCI), COMSEC equipment, and associated Key Material (KEYMAT), including Secure Telephone Equipment (STE).

Support Program COMSEC account activities and ensure accountability of Crypto material, keys, and key-loading equipment.

Develop, modify, and maintain the SSO Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP), as needed.

Submit weekly and monthly roll-up work accountability reports.

Provide administrative data entry, file and record maintenance, internal mail distribution, and Defense Courier Service (DCS) package pickup.

Issue courier cards, conduct courier briefings, and prepare commercial airline authorization letters.

Assist with management of the foreign travel reporting program for the SSO.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma.

Three (3) years of continuous experience working on a three-star Command or Agency SSO staff.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of SSO requirements contained in applicable manuals, regulations, policies, and instructions.

Knowledge of SCI access procedures; Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP), or its successor application; the Defense Information System for Security (DISS), or the current DoD system of record for clearances; and Scattered Castles administration.

Strong communication and customer-service skills, including the ability to respond professionally to questions, complaints, and requests.

Required Training

SCI- or DIA-sponsored SSO Administration Course, or equivalent.

ODNI-NCSC Special Security Officers Course (SSOC) or DIA SCI Security Officials Course.

ODNI-NCSC Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility Course.

ODNI-NCSC Personnel Security Adjudications Course (PSAC) or Fundamentals of National Security Adjudications (CDSE PS101.01).

DCSA-CDSE Introduction to Industrial Security or DoD Security Specialist (CDSE GS101.01).

DCSA-CDSE Introduction to Physical Security (CDSE PY011.16) or Physical Security and Asset Protection (CDSE PY201.01).

DCSA-CDSE Introduction to National Security for Security Practitioners (CDSE PS113.16).

DCSA-CDSE Information Security Awareness-Initial and Introduction to Information Security (CDSE IF011.16).

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting weight up to thirty (30) pounds as necessary.

Tactica Solutions LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all-encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Tactica Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00

Posted Salary Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.