Special Security Technician - MID

Purpose and Impact:

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Special Security Technician (SST) to support U.S. Government intelligence and security operations. The SST plays a critical role in the protection of classified information, facilities, systems, and personnel by supporting Special Security Office (SSO) and program security functions. This position requires a strong understanding of security policies, procedures, and controlled environments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC).

The ideal candidate is highly organized, trustworthy, and capable of operating effectively in fast-paced, classified environments while ensuring strict compliance with security regulations.

As a Special Security Technician, you will directly contribute to the protection of some of the nation’s most sensitive intelligence activities. Your work ensures the integrity, availability, and security of classified information and facilities, enabling mission success while safeguarding national security interests.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support Special Security Office (SSO) and program security operations
• Assist with the administration and control of classified documents, materials, and media
• Maintain accountability records, logs, and databases for classified holdings
• Support personnel security activities, including access control, visit requests, and indoctrinations
• Assist with security briefings, debriefings, and nondisclosure documentation
• Support secure facility operations, including controlled access areas (SCIFs)
• Ensure compliance with DoD, IC, and program-specific security directives and procedures
• Coordinate with government security managers and stakeholders as required
• Identify and report security incidents, discrepancies, or vulnerabilities
• Safeguard classified information and maintain proper handling, storage, and destruction procedures

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: The position supports sensitive operations and demands strict adherence to IC analytic standards, information security requirements, and professional ethics.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Understanding of DoD and Intelligence Community security policies and procedures
• Experience supporting classified programs, facilities, or security offices
• Knowledge of controlled access environments (e.g., SCIF operations)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Proficiency with standard office tools and security-related databases
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and IC security and conduct standards
• Ability to complete and maintain required training throughout contract performance
• Availability to support CONUS and OCONUS missions as required
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications and training unless Government-directed

Security Clearance Required:

• TS/SCI eligibility with a favorable Tier 5 (T5) investigation

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s +10 years’ experience

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 6 years security or intelligence support experience; At least part of the required experience must be within the past two (2) years.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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