Operations Security Data Release Support Specialist – Part Time

Operations Security Data Release Support Specialist – Part Time

Leidos is a Fortune 500™ company dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing challenges through science and technology, making the world safer, healthier, and more efficient.

About the Role

The NISC IV program at Leidos is seeking an Operations Security Data Release Support Specialist to provide critical support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) System Operations Security Group. This role involves assisting the government in managing a wide range of National Airspace System (NAS) Data Release Board (NDRB) issues. You will focus on the protection of sensitive flight data (SFD) and operations security (OPSEC) related to air traffic control, airspace restrictions, SFD identification and protection, Standard Operating Procedures Development, FAA Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices (PRN), the Limiting Aircraft Data Displayed (LADD) program, and data release challenges associated with integrating unmanned aerial systems (UAS) into the NAS. You will contribute to the development of solutions for complex air traffic management (ATM) operations security and data release projects for NAS stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of OPSEC, privacy, and data release procedures and policies for the FAA concerning NAS security.
• Maintain and publish the Limiting Aircraft Data Displayed (LADD) program database.
• Assist in the development and writing of OPSEC and data release policies and procedures for sensitive military and law enforcement flight operations, data identified as Sensitive Unclassified Information (SUI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and aircraft privacy programs. This includes drafting Document Change Proposals (DCPs) for FAA Orders, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), Letters of Agreement (LOAs), and other required documentation.
• Respond to security-related inquiries and issues, including those concerning Sensitive Flight Data, call sign requests, the LADD Program, Sensitive FAA Publications and Orders, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, PRN site requests, and other security matters.
• Systematically gather and analyze information to manage privacy, operations security (OPSEC), and flight data protection risks, along with associated mitigations for Federal, State, and Local law enforcement and other government agencies.
• Provide technical support for meetings and direct interface with government and law enforcement agencies, as well as other NAS stakeholders, on OPSEC, privacy, and NAS data release requirements.
• Update Sensitive Flight Data (SFD) and/or LADD program identification and protection data for use by FAA data release programs.
• Serve as the focal point for coordinating, updating, and developing internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for AJR-2.
• Produce other written products for the government as required.
• Support related briefings on OPSEC and NAS data release issues for public, local, state, and federal stakeholders.
• Support Joint Cyber Analysis Team (J-CAT) operations and contribute to the development of J-CAT procedures, work tools, and templates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience, OR a Master's degree with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience. Additional related work experience can substitute for a degree.
• Knowledge of FAA NAS security processes and information systems.
• Experience managing Sensitive Flight Data.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Skill in communicating with senior leadership within the FAA and external entities requesting approval for the release of FAA NAS data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Familiarity with J-CAT Operations and enterprise-level responses to natural disasters and other significant incidents affecting the NAS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with FAA NAS data systems, including ADS-B, secondary surveillance radar data, and SWIM data systems.
• Familiarity with FAA Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices (PRN).

What We Offer

• Pay Range: $116,350.00 - $210,325.00 annually. (Note: This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, and applicable laws will be considered.)
• A role within a company that is at the forefront of tackling significant global challenges.
• Opportunity to work on critical national security and aviation initiatives.