Special Security Technician Mid

JOB DESCRIPTION

Security Specialist Technician

Ft. Bragg, NC, United States (On-site)

Job Title: Security Specialist Technician

Job Code: SSE241

Location: Ft. Bragg, NC

Reports to: Program Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date: 10/7/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Strategic Edge is looking for a Security Specialist Technician who will conduct personnel and physical security operations as well as escort duties to support our government client.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Security Specialist Technician: Pay commensurate with experience.

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security

• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage

• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Professional development, training, and certification support

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Assists the Special Security Officer (SSO) to ensure control of access to SCI and SCI facilities (SCIFs)

• Certify and receive SCI visitor clearances / accesses

• Conducts SCI security briefings, indoctrinations, debriefings, training on classified material / SSO-related material and topics; obtains signed nondisclosure agreements

• Provide guidance and assistance for processing SCI position and eligibility requests for assigned military, Government and contractor personnel

• Complete inspections of classified material storage facilities / SCIFs / containers

• Research and prepare classified material-related policy and management recommendations, reports and recommendations

• Perform Personnel Security Operations

• Conduct Escort Duties

• Conduct Physical Security Operations

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of Army Military Intelligence experience conducting special security functions relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.

• Served a minimum of 1 year as am S-2 NCOIC, SSO, or SSR.

• Comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training and experiences for the labor category.

• Ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced.

• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction.

• Demonstrates ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence.

• Must be a US Citizen.

• This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].