Program Security Representative (PRS) Space Programs at Systems Planning and Analysis

Chantilly, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Active TS/SCI, Program Security Representative Experience, Developing CONOPS, Program Protection Plans, Security Classification Guides, OPSEC Practices, Program Risk Analysis, Managing Security, Navigating Security Databases, Passion for Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Government Customer Interaction, Acquisition Support, Cybersecurity, Complex Systems Protection

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. The Strategic Technology Analysis Group (STAG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, offers sophisticated capabilities (people, process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space, cyber, and special operations in support to military services, Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ), Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense! SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Program Security Representative. Responsibilities Seeking a Program Security Representative (PSR) to support the Government Customer, a DoD rapid prototyping office, by providing security support to Program Managers and Portfolio Lead in a Systems Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) Security capacity for protection of prototype acquisition programs. The office support full lifecycle acquisition across all mission domains of complex national systems architectures. Provide security support by implementing sound Operations Security (OPSEC) practices, developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPs) for program protection, and performing program risk analysis for end-to-end closure of the baseline for protection-related activities in the overall Enterprise. Collaborate internally and across stakeholder organizations to protect complex systems and state-of-the-art capabilities, ensuring program protection is implemented and managed throughout the lifecycle of the program. Interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and mission partner security groups. Interact with government and industry security representatives and stakeholders, as well as multiple Acquisition Offices (AOs) and government and contractor stakeholders to drive security requirements for complex technical challenges. Support the Portfolio Lead and Program Manager with strategic planning for future capability acquisition and insertion into the enterprise baseline. Qualifications Required Skills: Active TS/SCI; willing to sit for and pass a polygraph 10+ years of general security experience 3+ years of PSR experience supporting acquisition programs, including experience with most if not all of the following: Developing CONOPS, Program Protection Plans, and Security Classification Guides Knowledge of OPSEC practices Executing Program Risk Analysis Managing security for multiple programs across differing levels of classification, preferably to include DoD & IC experience in Special & Controlled Access Programs (SAPs/CAPs) Navigating security databases/systems of record to ensure program protection and to manage program accesses Passion for learning, helping others, sharing team knowledge, and contributing value to the mission in any way possible Reports to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer Desired Skills: Knowledge of Program Access Request (PAR) processes Knowledge of the Space Control (Space/Counterspace) Mission Area Implementing program-specific OPSEC measures Experience with protecting large acquisition efforts, methods, and processes Practical experience working Department of Defense (DoD) Contract Security Classification Specifications Ability to author new security guidance and interpret existing guidance

Responsibilities

The Program Security Representative will provide security support to Program Managers and Portfolio Lead in a Systems Engineering Technical Assistance capacity for the protection of prototype acquisition programs. Responsibilities include implementing Operations Security practices, developing Concepts of Operations for program protection, and performing program risk analysis.