Acquisition Security Analyst

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Acquisition Security Analyst I to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

The Acquisition Security Analyst I will assist the Government Program Manager with the development and implementation of comprehensive program protection methodologies to protect advanced technology programs throughout the system’s lifecycle. This role supports five days a week on-site operations in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct in-depth lifecycle program analysis to identify Critical Program Information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and their associated vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement a risk management-based program protection plan and comprehensive strategy, assisting with the identification and implementation of countermeasures.
• Provide technical advice and security support to collateral and Special Access Programs (SAP) as well as emerging mission areas.
• Deliver security recommendations to the Program Manager (PM), Government Special Security Officer (GSSO), and cognizant security authorities regarding the Air Force acquisition and sustainment process.
• Maintain a working relationship with the PM, Contracting Officer, and contractor security officers to ensure a standardized DD Form 254 process is utilized throughout the lifecycle in coordination with Program Security Officers.
• Assist in the development and writing of operations security (OPSEC) plans, transition plans, emergency action plans, security CONOPS, and associated security documentation.
• Review program documentation for public release, ensuring Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) reflects proper markings, classifications, and distribution statements per Air Force doctrine.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 years of equivalent additional experience.
• 4+ years of related experience supporting acquisition programs.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with SCI or SAR programs.
• Familiarity with security policies, manuals, and appropriate ICDs, JAFANs, and DoD manual guiding documents.
• Extensive working knowledge of DD Form 254 and how it is incorporated into the Air Force acquisition process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively collaborate with DoD, military, civilian personnel, and industry partners.
• High degree of initiative, creativity, and original problem-solving requiring minimal supervision.

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required prior to hire.
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program (SAP) information.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in closed-area office settings for extended periods.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access files, cabinets, and office machinery.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time in closed-area office settings.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Program’s Area of Responsibility (AOR) via air and ground transportation.

The projected compensation range for this position is $88,200.00-$147,200.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

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