Contractor Program Security Officer CPSO
Contractor Program Security Officer CPSO
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to join our Corporate Security Office. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with security requirements for Unclassified Collateral Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) efforts. You will oversee physical technical and operational security measures while supporting program teams in implementing best practices and risk management methodologies. This position reports directly to the Director of Security and is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Chantilly VA.
What Youll Do:
- Serve as a key security advisor ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) DoD Information Security Manuals and DoD SAP Security Manuals.
- Manage and process DD 254s (DoD Contract Security Classification Specification).
- Conduct personnel indoctrinations and debriefings for assigned staff.
- Oversee physical security requirements for SAP Facilities (SAPFs) and SCIFs.
- Liaise with IC and DoD security counterparts to ensure program compliance.
- Maintain and update Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or successor databases.
- Process Visit Authorization Requests (VARs) for employees and new hires.
- Monitor the security customer service inbox responding within two 2 business days.
- Identify and escalate urgent security concerns before employee start dates.
- Manage physical security programs including access control and intrusion detection systems.
- Support security awareness training and education programs to ensure compliance.
- Conduct annual selfinspections and develop corrective action plans for security compliance.
Qualifications :
Must Haves:
- Active TS with SCI eligibility (Tier 5R or CE within the last 4 years Tier 5R or CE within 3 years preferred).
- Minimum of five 5 years of progressive security experience within the DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) with eight 8 years preferred.
- Familiarity with 32 CFR Part and 2002 ICDs ICPGs SEADs and DoD Directives/Instructions/Manuals.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
- Strong understanding of the security clearance process Insider Threat Program 32 CFR Part 117 and National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
- Attention to detail proactive problemsolving strong communication skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively under tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work outside standard office hours as needed.
Nice to Haves:
- CDSE DoD Security Specialist Curriculum
- ICD 705 Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) Construction & Management
- ODNI/DIA Special Security Officer Course (SSOC)
Additional Information :
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 of the time. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office
- Constantly work with computers and other information technology equipment
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender gender identity or expression veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system please contact Ridgelines Talent Management Department ator contact us through email at
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
