Security Specialist III - Operations Security (OPSEC)

Type: Full Time

Location: Washington, DC

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Security Specialist III - Operations Security (OPSEC) support the execution of the day-to-day NGA OPSEC program.
• The Security Specialist III (OPSEC) support and administer OPSEC program briefings during NEOS and the Pre-Deployment Seminars.
• The Security Specialist III (OPSEC) support the NGA OPSEC Working Group, become familiar with the KC OPSEC Officers and provide assistance in the maintenance of the Directorate OPSEC Program.
• Conduct content reviews of public release requests in concert with OCC and provide timely reviews and responses.
• Utilize analytical processes to deny adversary information concerning NGA's intentions and capabilities by identifying, controlling, and protecting NGA assets, associated with the Government's planning processes or operations.
• Supports the Information Security Program and the Security Education and Awareness program.
• Develops and implements the appropriate security materials and awareness products needed to educate the NGA Workforce on appropriate security practices and procedures.
• Coordinates and consolidates information to support formal and informal action items in support of OPSEC and security monitors program.
• Facilitates the IC Working Groups (OPSEC and Security Monitors).
• Reviews NGA public release (e.g., media, TV, newspaper, etc.), professional academia papers, and briefing presentations for OPSEC and renders written recommendations.
• Assists the government OPSEC team and other SIS Divisions to determine the scope and direction of the Program.
• Assists in developing products to market the program (i.e., web-based pamphlets).
• Updates and maintains appropriate records (e.g., database and hardcopy) OPSEC decisions recommendations, meeting minutes, etc.
• Conducts continual research into cutting edge OPSEC trends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Required:

• Expertise and knowledge through the completion of OPSEC training at Interagency OPSEC Support Staff (IOSS), Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), and other training venues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Pre-Publication release
• Demonstrate experience applying DoDM 02 standards associated with Operations Security (OPSEC).

Desired:

• Demonstrate experience in briefing from various levels and training with written and oral communication skills.
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
• Demonstrated experience using online communication programs (such as Microsoft Teams).

Minimum General Experience & Education:

• Five years' experience in Operations Security (OPSEC).
• High School Diploma

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.