Program Security Officer

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active U.S. Government security clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI Polygraph. Applicants who do not presently meet this clearance requirement will not be considered. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Certain roles may also be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Program Security Officer will be on-site with the customer, providing security expertise to division leadership, project leads, and their staff. The role requires detail-oriented, self-motivated individuals passionate about supporting a fast‑paced and exciting mission within the intelligence community. Responsibilities You will sit on-site with your colleagues who also support this customer. You will join a highly regarded and respected existing SAP security team, learning the ropes initially while bringing a fresh perspective to help shape processes. You will provide expertise and guidance to office leadership and staff on how to properly handle SAP security. You will be the all-encompassing security expert, with tasks such as: Validating candidate nominations, collecting information, implementing processes, and reviewing documentation to support program access. Using the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP). Managing control procedures and badge access for accredited spaces. Overseeing reporting and processing of foreign travel, foreign contacts, foreign associates and adverse financial matters. Assessing and advising customer and contractor sites on physical security requirements for Special Access Program Facility (SAPF) accreditation. Authoring, reviewing, and coordinating approvals for SAP Security Classification Guides. Investigating, processing, and providing guidance to personnel for security infractions and incidents. Conducting classification reviews and providing guidance for SAP data and materials. Ensuring proper handling and accountability of classified documents and materials. Conducting functional area Staff Assistance visits (SAVs) and advising mission partners/contractors to ensure SAP security policy compliance. Providing feedback to Government on tools and resources needed to ensure compliance with current security policies and procedures. Providing security education and training to briefed program personnel. Minimum Qualifications Active/current TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a CI polygraph. At least 5 years of experience as a security manager for the IC/DOD. Experience with JPAS, Scattered Castles and other clearance eligibility tools. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Preferred Qualifications Experience providing all-encompassing security oversight in a Special Access Program. Experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO). Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification. Extensive experience incorporating all Intelligence Community Directives, Department of Defense Directives and Manuals, and governing Special Access Program and National Industrial Security Program requirements. Pay Transparency Base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $83,000.00 – $111,000.00 – $122,100.00 annually. For other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market‑driven ranges, which may differ by location. Benefits Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement, and pet insurance. For more information on benefits, see EEO Policy Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr