Security Assistant
MAG AerospaceAbout the role
Position Summary
MAG Aerospace is seeking an experienced Security Assistant who is self-motivated and can operate within a dynamic work environment to provide security support to acquisition programs at PM EW&C.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing team with multiple opportunities for upward advancement supporting EW&C. The EW&C program delivers critical capabilities to counter current and future threats, enabling the next generation of warfighting capabilities from sensor to Soldier worldwide. By applying game changing cyber technologies through agile development methodology, we enable battlefield dominance for our Warfighters.
1 to 2 Days Telework May Be Available as Mission Allows
US Citizenship
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Provides support in product Critical Program information Assessment (CPIA) to assess product Critical Functionality, and Critical Program Information (CPI).
- Responsible for reviewing and providing comments for Program Protection plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, research and development, and cybersecurity, to ensure program protection requirements are completed as required for the PPP.
- Provides support and coordination for Product Program Protection documentation approval with PEO staff.
- Assists in conducting on-site surveys of prime contractors involving CPI and counterintelligence measures as requested.
- Support various product shops for program protection requirements.
- Assists in the development and review of Security Classification Guides for various product offices.
- Other Duties May be Assigned
Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
- Efficient in Microsoft office products (Teams, Word, Excel).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communications skills including the ability to work on multi-functional teams in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Must be able to adapt to changing customer requirements and priorities.
- Ability to grasp highly technical concepts as it pertains to system security requirements and compliance.
- Must be highly organized, attentive to detail, and able to take initiative to complete tasks and assist EWC senior staff.
Clearance
- Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
Experience
- One (1) to three (3) years of security and/or admin experience.
Education
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years supporting security aspects of program acquisition.
- Familiarity with requirements of DoDI 5200.39 - CPI Protection within DoD.
- Knowledge and experience supporting Program Protection requirements and documentation.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with surveys and assessments involving CPI.
- Experience with developing and reviewing DD 254s for collateral and SCI programs.
- Experience writing and preparing documentation in accordance with DoD and Army regulations.
- Knowledge of Operations Security (OPSEC), Industrial Security, and Information Security.
- Knowledge of the DoD Acquisition process and Program Protection requirements for systems in various acquisition pathways.
- Understanding/willingness to learn export requirements and process of Foreign Military Sales.
- Understanding/willingness to learn International agreements and Foreign Disclosure requirements.
- Possess current CCYB 001 Program Protection credential.
Other Qualifications
- Ability to work in an office/field/lab environment
- Ability to travel 10%
Special Note
The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.
Government or customer site-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, except in circumstances where a candidate is legally entitled to an accommodation.
Company Policy
MAG Aerospace (MAG) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to our positions.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran stat
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