Job Description

Program Overview

Leading provider of Information Operations (IO) and Irregular Warfare (IW) capabilities to the U.S. government. Integrates Information Related Capabilities (IRC) across multiple domains, environments, and geographic boundaries, supporting both domestic and overseas operation via Information Operations planners, intelligence analysts, cultural advisors, and linguists

About The Role

Peraton and its Operational Planning, Implementation and Assessment Services Team are seeking an experienced Special Access Program (SAP) Security Specialist  to provide SAP Security across all security disciplines in support of all facets of USNORTHCOM level planning.

Location: Colorado Springs, CO.   

What You’ll Do:

• Provide SAP security support to combatant command planners for integration of SAP capabilities during day-to-day, combat operations, contingencies, crisis action, and exercises in supporting operations.
• Assist with and advise government leads on SAP security best practices in support of sensitive planning and operations.
• Assist government leads with management of SAP personnel security, accesses, and administering annual and initial SAP training to members of the command;  this includes DISS and JADE to request and verify accesses for individuals, submission of program access requests (PARs), and nomination packages.
• Assist government leads with the management of SAP Information Systems (IS) to include account creation, training, and accountability of hardware.
• Assist government leads with the management of SAP physical security, to include formal and informal SAP facility inspection support, development and review of accreditation packages, facility access rosters, and SAP equipment accountability.
• Advise government leads on the development of SAP security policy and procedures.
• Assist government leads with management of Communications Security (COMSEC) program and assets.
• Assist with government leads SAP documents and product security reviews to ensure compliance with applicable instructions, policy, and regulations.

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Qualifications

Required:  

• Requires bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of SAP security experience. Or high school and an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. 
• Knowledge of Special Capabilities and SAP operations and how it is integrated into joint operational planning process, military decision-making process, and military campaign plan planning, targeting processes and expertise in developing and accessing tactical and operational level Information Operations plans and orders.
• Experience with DISS and JADE databases as well as CED and SIC.
• Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) Introduction to Special Access Programs Course.
• CDSE SAP Personnel Security Official Course.
• Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 Physical Security Course.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Current U.S. Passport and able to travel internationally.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred:

• 8+ years of experience with SAP security at the service, joint, or major command level.
• Be familiar with, certified in, or have applicable operational/field time experience in:
  • Military Deception (MILDEC)
  • Joint Information Operations planner course
  • Special Warfare Advanced Targeting and Analysis course
  • Special Operations MILDEC planner’s course
  • Irregular Warfare course
• Able to coordinate SAP actions within the proper channels.
• Special Activities Planners Course Completion.
• Information Operations /PSYOP (30/37A/37F) career fields.
• Experience coordinating with ACCM Program Managers and Coordinators at the Department of War and other agencies.
• Ability to effectively advise military officials of concepts, ideas, guidance, policies and regulations.
• Ability to engage senior leaders and staff and conduct complex briefings to large audiences using oral, visual, & written communications and briefing techniques.
• Ability to work effectively within a task organized working groups.
• Experience with joint and/or combined military operations and inter-agency coordination.
• CDSE Orientation to SAP Compliance Inspections Course.
• CDSE SAP Mid-Level Security Management Course.
• CDSE Security Fundamentals Professional Certification and Special Programs Security Credentials.

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Details

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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