Principal Security Assistant

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Security Assistant providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM). C3BM has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network that provides resilient decision advantage and enables the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM’s main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime and several acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space. The Security Assistant will provide support to perform administrative security functions under the direction of the activity security manager, assist the AF Cognizant Security Authority (CSA) in oversight of national security objectives supporting AF interests, and provide day‑to‑day support for collateral and, as specifically directed, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) activities. The assistant will offer multi‑disciplinary security support—including information security, personnel security, operations security, industrial security, communications security, acquisition security, general security, physical security, and anti‑terrorism/force protection duties—and will be responsive and flexible to dynamic security situations. The role will involve analytical, planning, advisory, operational, or evaluative work aimed at developing and implementing policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, facilities, operations, or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss. This is a full‑time position at Joint Base Anacostia‑Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC. Responsibilities Provide technical advice and security support to multiple collateral programs and, where specifically called for, SCI programs within the directorate. Maintain an effective working relationship with Information Protection (IP) leads, program managers, contracting officers and anyone else as needed to ensure a standardized and accurate protection integration focus throughout the acquisition and sustainment life cycle of directorate programs. Assist in the development and writing of Operations Security (OPSEC) plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, transportation plans and any other security documents as needed for the customer. Review program documentation for public release, ensuring CUI has proper markings, classifications and distribution statements per DoD and AF guidance and provide accurate feedback to IP Leads about document disposition ability. Provide classification guidance and assistance for all collateral and SCI (where needed) programs. Produce Security Operating Procedures (SOP), DD Form 254s and other key acquisition/security program documents as directed by the IP lead. Provide classification reviews of inbound and outbound correspondence. Prepare, process, and distribute (ship and receive) inbound/outbound classified mail that is integrated with a singular government accountable mailing program. Assist with preparing classified packages, courier forms and maintain receipt records of such dispatches. Perform destruction of classified materials and CUI. Ensure personnel security clearances are kept current and access is verified prior to allowing access to classified material. Prepare, process, and/or review Visitor Access Request (VAR) for accuracy and access eligibility, ensuring smooth access capability is given by ensuring visit certifications are received timely and accurately. Assist with researching, processing, filing, and maintaining inbound and outbound VAR notices. Assistance IP Lead with inspection preparations and Management Internal Control Toolset and/or other inspection platform artifact creation as directed. Conduct effective entry and exit inspections along with any other random anti‑terrorism measures as directed by unit, installation, or higher‑level anti‑terrorism authority. Follow and enforce Government’s standard operating procedures or Operating Instructions. Assume duties and responsibilities of / or Secure Voice Responsible Officers in accordance with applicable regulations or instructions and as needed by the IP lead. Assist IP lead with security container combination changes and maintenance to include reporting needed container repairs as they are discovered to IP lead. Assist IP lead with monitoring secure spaces, assisting with secure space builds/projects and controlling/operating Secure Video Teleconferencing/Video Teleconferencing systems. Assist with classified meetings and all associated support requirements to ensure their proper execution. Provide support for security awareness and education programs, including but not limited to creating or modifying presentations, brochures, or posters, and giving verbal, in‑person security/force protection briefings to individuals or groups either formally or ad‑hoc. Perform miscellaneous administrative support functions as directed by the Contractor site lead and/or the IP lead. Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance: Must be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance and be SCI eligible Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Years’ experience: Ten years of directly related experience, five of which must be in the DoD Certifications: Minimum SFPC or equivalent experience Additional preferred qualifications: 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 and JADE 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 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. Additional Information Location: Joint Base Anacostia‑Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC Travel: Travel may be required at the customer's discretion Work Type: Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr Odyssey