Program Security Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Program Security Manager  

LOCATION: Wright Patterson AFB  

JOB STATUS: Full-time  

TRAVEL: 0 - 10%  

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Program Security Manager with the F-15 Fighter Jet Program Office, supporting Astrion's Air Force Division. 

Join the elite team behind the F-15 Eagle and be part of an aviation legacy that pushes boundaries and defines excellence. As a member of the F-15 team, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, drive innovation, and contribute to an aircraft renowned for its unmatched speed, agility, and versatility. From air superiority missions to precision strikes, the F-15 embodies power and performance, and being part of its journey means shaping the future of combat aviation. If you're ready to soar beyond limits and be part of something truly extraordinary, the F-15 team is calling—will you answer? 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS  

• General understanding of current DoD and AF-specific acquisition regulations, guidelines, and processes.  

• Possess the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field. 

• Possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel within the technical/professional discipline.  

• Expertise (Program Office, Enterprise, and/or Staff Level Support interface) with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience performing full time DoD security functions and a bachelors degree in a relevant discipline to include five(5) years of full time security functions.  

• Recommended Education and Experience: 

• Advanced Degree (Master of Arts (MA)/Master of Science (MS)) and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the Do 

• OR, BA/BS degree, and 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD. 

• OR, 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, 8 of which must be in the DoD 

• The following certifications may be used in conjunction with journeyman level education/experience ((5) years of experience performing full time DoD security functions or a bachelors degree in a relevant discipline to include three (3) years of full time security functions)requirements to meet the requirements of the senior level: 

• DSS Security Asset Protection Professional Certification, or 

• ASIS International Certified Protection Professional. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS  

• Be able to provide security oversight for all aspects of industrial security, system security, technology control and PPP as pertains to the F-15 Division programs. Conduct independent security studies and analyses as required with only general direction and guidance. Support IPTs in the sustainment phases of the F-15 program. Ensure security best practices are integrated into all program areas. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

The following represent a few of many responsibilities expected of a Senior Program Security Manager: 

• May work in secure facilities, which may require opening, closing, and performing end-of-day security checks of the Government facilities as well as responding to alarms of the Government facilities IAW USAF requirements and AFLCMC/WW security OIs. 

• Provide administrative, security management, Information Protection (IP), Resource Protection, Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (FPCON) and communication security (COMSEC) support during the capabilities planning/pre-acquisition, acquisition, development, production and sustainment phases of various equipment and weapon systems IAW DoD, USAF, AFMC, AFLCMC, FAA Directorate, F-15 Division, and program security policy/instructions. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, participation on IPTs and related activities, analyzing problems, defining alternative solutions, providing recommendations, writing reports, and accomplishing  specifically assigned work. 

• Assist the Government in developing and documenting recommended program protection and system security input for all acquisition documentation required by current guidance. Documents may include, but are not limited to, SOWs, SRDs, CONOPS, Life Cycle Management Plans (LCMPs)/LCSPs, SCG, and DD Form 254s. 

• Prepare DD Form 254s for signature, coordination and distribution by appropriate Government agency. 

• Assist personnel with completing personnel security investigation paperwork, review packages for accuracy, and assist with tracking personnel security clearances.