Special Access Programs Security Oversight Specialist (TS/SCI) | Springfield (JARI-DZBJ6P)

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The Special Access Programs Security Oversight Specialist provides direct support to Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DoN) Special Access Program (SAP) oversight activities by managing program lifecycle documentation, security governance processes, compliance assessments, and executive-level coordination efforts. This position serves as a key contributor to SAP lifecycle management, ensuring programs are properly documented, tracked, reviewed, and maintained in accordance with applicable SAP security policies, DoD directives, and Department of the Navy guidance.

The Special Access Programs Security Oversight Specialist supports the review, analysis, development, coordination, and maintenance of SAP documentation, policy products, governance materials, access requirements, and oversight actions. The incumbent works closely with government stakeholders to ensure compliance with established security requirements while providing recommendations and decision-support products to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

Support the customer in reviewing, editing, and analyzing SAP lifecycle documentation, technical products, and programmatic content to provide recommendations to senior leadership.
Develop, coordinate, staff, and maintain SAP establishment, modification, transition, and disestablishment documentation packages.
Maintain lifecycle tracking metrics and reporting tools reflecting current program status, milestones, approvals, and lifecycle progression.
Prepare executive correspondence, briefing materials, memorandums, reports, decision packages, and other staff actions for government leadership.
Review SAP-related policies, procedures, and governance documentation to identify compliance gaps, risks, and process improvement opportunities.
Assist with the development, update, and maintenance of Security Classification Guides (SCGs), policy issuances, and governance documentation.
Coordinate, track, and maintain Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and other interagency coordination documents.
Support SAP access management processes and document control activities while ensuring compliance with security requirements for classified information.
Participate in preparation for DoD and DoN oversight inspections, compliance reviews, audits, and program assessments.
Maintain records management systems and document repositories to ensure accountability and regulatory compliance.
Provide guidance regarding SAP security policy interpretation, documentation requirements, and access justification procedures.
Coordinate actions among government stakeholders, program offices, security personnel, and external organizations to resolve taskings and support mission requirements.
Assist in developing workflow improvements that enhance organizational efficiency, accountability, and mission execution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship and active TS clearance with SCI eligibility (SSBI within last 5 years).
Bachelor’s degree (i.e., Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or equivalent) or equivalent relevant experience.
5+ years of DoD‑related experience with demonstrated familiarity in high‑visibility, multi‑stakeholder environments.
Working knowledge of NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 Vol. 4, DoD 5105.21, and SAP‑specific security/policy requirements.
Experience supporting SAP or other highly sensitive classified programs within DoD or Military Departments.
Exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills; ability to manage workflows, coordinate actions, and drive process improvements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaborative platforms such as SharePoint, Teams, and task management systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of direct SAP experience within the DoN or DoD enterprise.
Experience supporting senior executives, managing document control systems, and working with cross‑agency coordination processes.
Knowledge of SAP establishment, transition, and disestablishment processes.
Experience supporting DoD inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship:

Yes

Minimum Clearance:

Active TS with SCI eligibility based on an SSBI completed within the past 5 years.

Total Rewards

At CSCI we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as generous paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life balance. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Compensation

Compensation at CSCI is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. While monetary compensation is important, it’s just one component of CSCI’s total compensation package.

Salary Range

$120,000 – $145,000 /Yr.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CSCI stands in support of equality for and advancement of all people based solely upon the merits of abilities and actions alone, without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.

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