Assistant Special Security Officer (ASSO)/CMDSAPSO - MCTSSA - (C)

Job Summary/Objective:

Provide support to the MCTSSA Special Security Officer (SSO)/Command Special Access Program Security Officer (CMDSAPSO).

Supervisor Responsibilities: No

Duties Responsibilities:

• Develops, evaluates, maintains, and/or operating systems, policies, devices, procedures, and methods used for safeguarding classified SCI information, property, and materials.
• Investigates SCI security infractions, makes recommendations and prepares required reports.
• Maintains listings of available SCI electrical and hard copy products, validates product requirements, and ensures dissemination to authorized users.
• Reviews all derogatory information from the local supporting military law enforcement agency involving SCI-indoctrinated personnel and takes appropriate action.
• Evaluates SCI risk and recommends appropriate countermeasures.
• Creates standard operating procedures for operations involving the use or transport of classified and SCI material.
• Conducts SCI indoctrinations and debriefs for command personnel and Contractors working at MCTSSA.
• Reports security violations and Practices Dangerous to Security (PDS) per DoD 5105.21-M.
• Manage PWSs and material submittals for construction and electronic systems contracts in support of SCIF accreditation/remodel actions.
• Coordinates with the Cognizant Security Authority for pre-con and final fixed facility checklists, construction security plans, and modification security plans.
• Prepares and revises, as needed, all physical accreditation paperwork, to include the fixed facility checklists.
• Develops and disseminates guidance to units on escort procedures/requirements for Contractors and ensure compliance through on-site visits.
• Conducts SCI physical and technical security (Telecommunications Electronics Material Protected From Emanating Spurious Transmissions (TEMPEST)/Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)) actions.
• Assists in providing overall physical security and will ensure that all current and future SCIFs comply with the physical security standards outlined in Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 all other applicable directives and established policies.
• Conducts an annual SCIF self-inspection and maintains records of these self-inspections for a period of 3 years.
• Maintains appropriate accreditation documentation for the MCTSSA SCIF, communications system, and information systems under the MCTSSA and System Command's security cognizance.
• Obtains approval from DIA/DIA Counterintelligence and Security Activity (DAC) for SCIF modifications. Notifies DIA/DAC of changes to SCIF security posture (e.g., fire, explosion, natural or other disasters).
• Coordinates and include SCIF security in the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Requests and coordinate TSCM surveys with Office of Special Investigations (OSI).
• Conducts penetration exercises annually and alarm tests semiannually and records the events in a logbook.
• Coordinates with local Provost Marshal's Office and provides rosters of individuals responsible for the overall security of the facility. System administrator for the SCIF Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Access Control System.
• Performs SCI security support functions and access to the SCI network systems located within the SCIF.
• Responds to and troubleshoots after-hours alarm issues when required.
• Opens and secures SCIF spaces in accordance with standard operating procedures, DoD Directives, and ICDs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Working knowledge of SCI requirements and security policies.
• Knowledge of the National Background Investigative Service (NBIS), Joint Deployable Intelligence Support System (JDISS), SCI network, DISS, and the SIPRNet.
• Must have a working knowledge of Executive Order 12563.
• Familiarity with National, Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and DoD SCI security regulatory requirements.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years of full-time experience working with SCI in all security disciplines, but specifically in physical security and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) accreditation.
• Must have attended and completed a formal SSO certification training and SCIF physical security course within the last 5 years.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Successful experience working in a team environment.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

Security Clearance: DoD TOP SECRET with SCI Access Level Clearance Required

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands/Requirements: Work is performed in an office environment. Mostly sedentary work. Repetitive motion. Substantial movement (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer screen; extensive reading.

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