Special Security Officer

Abilene, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

Benefits

competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

income protection

paid leave

Retirement

Job Description

Leidos is a global leader in providing innovative technology solutions and mission services that empower government and commercial customers to respond swiftly and effectively to their most complex challenges. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos employs over 47,000 professionals worldwide and reported revenues of approximately 16.7 billion dollars for the fiscal year ending January 3, 2025. Renowned for its commitment to integrity, excellence, and customer success, Leidos focuses on delivering smarter and more efficient digital solutions that enhance national security, health, engineering, and energy sectors. This commitment stems from its core values, guiding the company's operations with a strong emphasis on doing the right thing for its customers, employees, and communities.

Leidos is currently seeking a highly qualified Special Security Officer (SSO) to join their team located at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. This full-time role is ideal for security professionals with a deep understanding of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security protocols and a current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance. The salary range for this position is between $65,650 and $118,675, dependent on education, experience, and skills. The SSO role is critical in supporting the Air Combat Command (ACC) Wing SCI security program and ensuring compliance with the stringent security requirements mandated by the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on SCI security policies, manage the control and safeguarding of SCI material, and oversee security operations within the Special Security Office.

In this role, the Special Security Officer will be responsible for applying and maintaining compliance with the Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), Defense Intelligence Agency mandates, and other Department of Defense regulations that govern SCI personnel, physical, and information security standards. The officer will ensure that SCI materials are accounted for, properly handled, and only disseminated to individuals with an established need-to-know. Additionally, the SSO will investigate security infractions, prepare detailed reports, and maintain coordination with collateral security officials to meet mission objectives.

Furthermore, the SSO administers comprehensive personnel security programs including nomination interviews, security briefings, and validation of security clearances through the Defense Information System for Security (DISS). They will be responsible for the processing of SCI visitor clearances and maintaining records as well as overseeing the physical accreditation and security posture of SCI facilities (SCIFs). The position demands a thorough understanding of physical, personnel, and information security disciplines coupled with analytical skills to assess risks, evaluate security vulnerabilities, and implement effective mitigations.

Leidos fosters an environment that encourages independent work in dynamic operational settings, valuing professionals who possess strong knowledge of security principles and can make informed decisions to uphold security integrity. The company supports continuous professional development and prefers candidates who have completed formal SSO certification training and SCIF physical security courses within the last five years.

Leidos is not just looking for employees — it seeks innovators who challenge the status quo and move beyond conventional steps towards higher accomplishments. Joining Leidos means being part of a team that is dedicated to disrupting the norm, fostering a culture of fast-paced innovation, and relentlessly pursuing mission success. If you are motivated by making a tangible impact, dedicated to security excellence, and thrive in a mission-critical security environment, this position with Leidos at Dyess AFB presents a compelling career opportunity to advance your expertise within a global leader in technology and defense security solutions.

Job Requirements

TS SCI security clearance on day 1
Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years or Associate’s and 6+ years of relevant experience Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Experience working with SCI in all security disciplines but specifically in personnel physical information and basic information assurance
Ability to work independently in an operational environment with knowledge of a full range of security principles concepts practices products and services
Methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability implementing mitigating improvements and disseminating security procedures processes
Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives ICD 704 ICD 705 and Technical Specifications and DoDM 5105.21 V1 thru V3 and working knowledge of other applicable Director of National Intelligence DNI Defense Intelligence Agency DIA and USAF directives and regulations
Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information plan the sequence of actions necessary make sound decisions and solve a variety of security problems

Job Qualifications

TS SCI security clearance on day 1
Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years or Associate's and 6+ years of relevant experience Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Experience working with SCI in all security disciplines but specifically in personnel physical information and basic information assurance
Ability to work independently in an operational environment with knowledge of a full range of security principles concepts practices products and services
Methods for evaluating risk and vulnerability implementing mitigating improvements and disseminating security procedures processes
Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives ICD 704 ICD 705 and Technical Specifications and DoDM 5105.21 V1 thru V3 and working knowledge of other applicable Director of National Intelligence DNI Defense Intelligence Agency DIA and USAF directives and regulations
Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information plan the sequence of actions necessary make sound decisions and solve a variety of security problems

Job Duties

Maintain applicable SCI directives regulations manuals and guidelines to adequately discharge SSO duties and responsibilities
Ensure SCI is properly accounted for controlled transmitted transported packaged and safeguarded
Ensure SCI is destroyed by authorized means
Ensure SCI is disseminated only to persons authorized access to the material and having an established need-to-know
Investigate SCI security infractions making recommendations to the Chief SSO on site and preparing required reports
Maintain continuing liaison with collateral security officials to ensure both security levels are mission accomplished
Conduct SCI personnel information physical and technical security TEMPEST Technical Surveillance Countermeasures TSCM actions
Provide all security awareness trainings as required by regulations and requested by the COR
Perform all aspects of the SCI Personnel Security Program to include nomination interviews validation of SCI access requirements submission of investigative requests conduct SCI security briefings obtain signed Non Disclosure Agreement NDA and Non Disclosure Statement NDS and perform other related personnel security actions
Serve as the official channel for certifying and receiving SCI visitor clearances accesses
Maintain the Defense Information System for Security DISS to accurately reflect all personnel under their organization
Provide guidance and assistance for processing SCI position and eligibility requests
Process all derogatory information concerning SCI indoctrinated individuals under their security cognizance and assist commanders and directors with establishment of Security Information Files
Assist in providing overall physical security and ensure that all current and future SCI Facilities SCIFs comply with the physical security standards outlined in ICD 705 all other applicable directives and established policies
Prepare and revise all physical accreditation paperwork to include the fixed facility checklists
Ensure appropriate accreditation documentation is available for each SCIF and under the organization’s security cognizance
Ensure that each SCIF under their security cognizance conducts annual self-inspections of the security program