Assistant Site Security Manager

Assistant Site Security Manager

Onsite - Washington DC Duration – Long term contract (Possibilities of extension)

Assistant Site Security Manager (Assistant SSM)

Clearance: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. At minimum, the clearance level requirement is for access authorization at the L-level. Accept reciprocity from an existing DoD TS/SCI Tier 5 investigation to grant interim L/Q access so that the Assistant SSM can begin on-site work immediately following award.

Position Overview

The Assistant Site Security Manager (Assistant SSM) will provide support services for the construction of an Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 compliant Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) requiring physical and TEMPEST final accreditation.

Core Responsibilities

ICD 705, Design, and Construction Support

• Interpret and implement ICD 705 and related policy documents, including Version 1.5.
• Provide conceptual and implementation design support related to SCIF design and construction.
• Review drawings and designs at required intervals to ensure ICD 705 compliance and provide written recommendations.
• Support the general contractor in achieving construction schedule milestones.

Documentation & Accreditation

• Develop required documentation including:
• Construction Security Plan (CSP)
• Fixed Facility Checklist (FFC)
• Pre-Construction Checklist
• TEMPEST Checklist
• Provide SME support to Cognizant Security Agency (CSA) and Accrediting Official (AO) for inquiries and RFIs.
• Finalize and submit all documentation required for physical and TEMPEST accreditation (CSP, FFC, TEMPEST Forms A & B, drawings, etc.).
• Assist with AO comment review and necessary mitigations.

Security Oversight & Inspections

• Provide security oversight of construction in accordance with ICD 705 and TEMPEST best practices.
• Perform progress inspections during all project phases.
• Implement procedures levied by the AO for the approved CSP.
• Establish and manage site access controls.
• Develop and implement material controls.
• Attend pre-inspection meetings to identify non-compliant ICD 705 issues before AO walk-throughs.

RF / Sound / TEMPEST Requirements

• Provide oversight of all RF shielding and TEMPEST countermeasure requirements.
• Coordinate instrumented RF and sound attenuation testing as needed.

Coordination & Communication

• Act as the primary liaison between the construction team and CSA/AO.
• Participate in construction meetings and virtual working sessions.
• Review and comment on RFPs and RFIs.
• Provide guidance on the CSP as a living document.
• Support proactive submission of forms and documents for initial and final accreditation.

Administrative & Support Duties

• Review, prepare, and update correspondence, forms, letters, and memoranda in accordance with standards.
• Recommend updates to templates for government concurrence.
• Support administrative functions and maintain logs of required training completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of expertise and experience in SCIF final approval accreditation support.
• Expert knowledge of SCIF construction and standards, with comprehensive design and review experience.
• Advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• In-depth understanding of SCI/SCIF physical and technical standards, including:
• RF shielding requirements
• TEMPEST requirements
• Sound Transmission Class (STC) attenuation standards
• Expert knowledge of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) accreditation process and ability to interpret Director of National Intelligence (DNI) policies.

Desired Areas of Expertise/Experience

• Expertise in designing secure facilities, including space planning, ingress and egress points, and construction materials.
• SCIF construction project management,
• Technical inspections,
• ICD 705 interpretation,
• Security documentation development/review,
• TEMPEST standards,
• Sound masking,
• Soundproofing,
• Awareness of the need for continuous inspection and adherence to security protocols throughout the construction process,
• Ability to navigate the certification process to ensure the SCIF meets all necessary accreditations from relevant authorities,
• Familiarity with the documentation and inspection procedures required for SCIF accreditation,
• Understanding of secure communication systems,
• Integrating advanced intrusion detection systems,
• Fixed Facility Checklist (FFC) and Mitigating electromagnetic interference from surrounding infrastructure or equipment, which can affect secure communications and operations.

About Our Company

DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:

• Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical/Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401 (K)