Security Specialist – Government Position

About the role

The Defense Logistics Agency seeks a Security Specialist to oversee and evaluate security functions at its Bahrain depot. This full‑time position supports the implementation of quality assurance, continuity planning, and anti‑terrorism measures while safeguarding classified information.

Key responsibilities

• Implement the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for security functions.
• Document Service Provider performance as prescribed in the QASP.
• Develop Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans, conduct threat assessments, and perform security and facility assessments.
• Serve as liaison with Naval Support Activity Bahrain Security Officer.
• Apply security requirements from legislation, regulations, and policy statements to personnel, information, and physical security.
• Act as the depot Anti‑Terrorism Force Protection Officer.
• Protect classified information maintained by the CGA.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship.
• Security clearance: Critical Sensitive with Secret Access.
• Eligibility for a pre‑employment physical and drug testing.
• Compliance with Selective Service registration (for applicable males).
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS‑09 level, including QASP implementation and security regulation compliance.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, exempt position with recruitment incentives.
• Occasional travel required.
• On‑site work at the Manama location (no telework eligibility).