Security Advisor SME

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Security Advisor SME

IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

numerous OCONUS locations available

The Security Advisor supports the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) within the U.S. Department of State, focusing on the Office of Security Technology (ST) and the Countermeasures Program (CMP). Leads assessments on how emerging technologies affect security practices, develops countermeasures and policy recommendations, and provides senior-level guidance on SCI security, access control, and facility accreditation. Represents ST in interagency working groups (e.g., CNSS, NIST, OSPB) and advises on technical security exceptions, policy interpretation, and requests for guidance.

• Lead research and evaluation of new technologies and recommend countermeasures.
• Serve as principal SCI technical security advisor; counsel senior security managers.
• Participate in CNSS, NIST, and OSPB working groups to shape policy.
• Advise ST on FAM/FAH policy development and interpretation.
• Represent ST on technical security exceptions and guidance requests.

• Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in security studies, management, or related field.
• 5+ years as a senior security official/authority within the IC.
• Expertise in SCI security, access control, and facility accreditation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; excellent communication skills.

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Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

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, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

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