RiverTech is seeking an experienced Security Specialist to serve as Site Lead/Supervisor for a multi-discipline (cross-functional) team providing comprehensive security services to the Joint Staff Security Office-South (JSSO-South). The ideal candidate will possess generalized Security Program expertise and will supervise and coordinate the work of security personnel in the disciplines of Personnel Security (PERSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), Communications Security (COMSEC), Visitor Access and Control, Customer Support, and Foreign Visit Support (FFV). This position is located at the Joint Staff Suffolk Complex, Suffolk, VA and has responsibilities for services performed in Suffolk and at Norfolk Naval Station, VA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! **Responsibilities** + Leads security support team at the JSSO-S location and provides on-site customer service.Facilitates communications between the PM located at JSSO-N (Pentagon) and the JSSO-S team. + Supports JSSO-S customers by responding to queries, requests for assistance, and providing subject matter expertise. + Provides PERSEC expertise to the JSSO-S in application of National (Executive Orders), DoD, JS, and NATO security policy, procedures, systems, and programs to ensure security eligibility of personnel for entry into facilities, assignment to sensitive positions, and access to sensitive and classified information. + Supports the government by accomplishing various actions related to the sub-disciplines of INFOSEC through the development of recommendations for government approval. + Supervises the JSSO-S Norfolk team, ensuring Visitor Control access to the JDMOC entrance in NH-95 is maintained 24/7. + Supports the PERSEC Division by processing packages for in-bound personnel; initiating and processing to completion eApp actions background investigation actions; processing fingerprints; preparing folders; processing forms;, verifying clearances; indoctrinating personnel for both collateral, SCI, and other compartmented accesses (including NATO); debriefing personnel when access is no longer required, running JPAS queries and, entering information into clearance systems of record; and other administrative actions necessary to complete in/out processing. + Reviews new civilian hire packages for completeness and to validate clearance eligibility requirements for the positions. + Conducts clearance verifications and processing of access requests for non-billeted military, civilian, and contractor personnel requiring access to the Joint Staff. + Assists the government customer in the administration of DOD security programs. + Assist in the development and implementation of security procedures and policies in coordination with government agencies and management personnel and clearance documentation. + Investigates, prepares, and submits incident reports as required. + Participates in the development of security education programs. + Provides technical and physical support for high security areas, security equipment, and security systems. + Investigates security violations and recommends corrective actions. + Maintains access control and surveillance of the facility. + Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. **Qualifications** + Minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant experience. + TS Clearance with SCI eligibility.  + Must possess a working knowledge of the U.S. Government Security Programs and skills inplanning, developing, implementing, and evaluating security programs to meet missionrequirements for which they support. + Excellent written and oral communication and problem-solving skills. + Ability to review, analyze, and resolve complex issues. **Desired Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree preferred. **Job ID** 2025-15566 **Work Type** On-Site **Company Description** **Work Where it Matters** RiverTech, an Akima company, is not just another federal professional solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At RiverTech, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. **For our shareholders,** RiverTech provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. **For our government customers,** RiverTech provides innovative solutions to complex engineering and operational challenges and delivers wide-ranging services for mission support, systems engineering, and IT. **As a RiverTech employee,** you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).