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Tyto Athene, LLC

Tyto Athene, LLC is hiring: Security Specialist in Lexington Park

Tyto Athene, LLC, Lexington Park, MD, United States


Job Description

Tyto Athene is searching for a Security Specialist to support the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) PMA-290 Special Security Office (SSO). Responsible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) efforts within SCI spaces. Position is responsible for the day-to-day SCI security requirements of the facility to include access control, physical security, storage of material, inspections, records management, training, and documentation. Security Specialist reports to and receives direction from PMA-290 SSO on all facility matters and any security incidents.

Security Specialist is responsible for overseeing the facility's Access/Visitor Control procedures to include badging of employees/visitors (both U.S. and Foreign Nationals) and verifying security clearances through the Defense Information System for Security (DISS). Position coordinates the issuance of courier letters/cards. Position assists with the marking, storage, wrapping, and shipping of classified material. Position is responsible for managing the facility's key control program.

Physical security duties include:

  • Maintaining opening/closing user lists
  • Performing alarm tests
  • Managing Government Security Administration (GSA) approved containers (to include changing safe combinations).
  • Position is responsible for performing and maintaining an inventory of all classified holdings.
  • Position performs self-inspections of facilities and security files.
  • Security Specialist enforces standards for a secure environment for the protection of personnel, property, and information.
  • Position conducts Security, Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) training, performs security briefings/debriefings, and provides training on facility opening/closing procedures.
  • Position is responsible for developing and maintaining Operational Security (OPSEC) Plans, Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) documents.
Required Qualifications:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Proficient in DISS management.
Required Clearance:
  • A current TS/SCI clearance as the candidate requires immediate briefings into SCI. Candidate may be required to take a polygraph examination.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with NAVAIR SSO programs and managing NAVAIR secure facilities.


About Tyto Athene
Tyto is an IT services and solutions company that provides mission-focused digital transformation to enhance the client experience and enable them to achieve desired outcomes. Tyto's services and solutions embody its domain expertise in four major Technology domains: Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cyber Security, and Enterprise IT. Tyto offers a broad range of service delivery models including design/install projects, Managed Services, and 'As-a-Service'. With over fifty years of experience, Tyto supports Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health and Public Safety clients across the United States and around the globe.

Additional Information

After several strategic acquisitions in 2021, Tyto Athene has experienced enormous opportunity and growth. Aside from being the leading provider of mission-focused IT and Cyber services and solutions to critical U.S. government agencies, Tyto is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for network modernization requirements across the federal enterprise.

Our employees are the key to the innovation that has made Tyto a success. We provide an environment that is geared to reward potential, innovation, and teamwork. If you would like to unleash your creativity and your careerit's time to join Team Tyto!