Contractor Program Security Officer

Contractor Program Security Officer Position located in the Special Programs Security Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. Responsibilities Apply the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and sponsor instructions to support daily Industrial Security Program operations. Assist with implementation of visitor control, safeguarding, classification management, physical security, information system security, security education, access control, alarm testing and maintenance, and personnel security to meet all government security requirements. Develop, review, coordinate, and execute Program Security documentation such as Fixed Facility Checklists, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Transportation Plans, Program Access Requests (PARs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Disaster Recovery Plans, Continuity of Business Plans, and Document and Media Controls. Manage control of electronic devices and other security items. Assist with opening and closing of facilities, perform end‑of‑day checks and daily inspections, and coordinate after‑hours alarm support. Collaborate with sponsor security staff to ensure program security policies and procedures follow company and customer requirements. Maintain effective communications with customers, security staff, program leads, and department management. Collaborate with other security staff for special projects as required. Assist with escorting visitors, including outside normal business hours. Assist the local Communications Security (COMSEC) account manager with COMSEC policy implementation. Coordinate and support classified conferences and provide visitor management support and badging. Qualifications Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. Experience in industrial security environments with strong communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of government security policies, automated information systems security, physical security, and personnel security. Required Certifications: None. Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications Integrated Security Specialist – Advanced Professional: Bachelor’s Degree ≥ 3 years relevant experience (or equivalent). Integrated Security Specialist – Intermediate Professional: Associate Degree ≥ 2 years relevant experience (or equivalent). Location Fully on‑site, State College, Pennsylvania. The position requires responding to alarms, escorting visitors, and sometimes working off‑hours. Background Checks & Clearances All applicants must successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screen. U.S. citizenship is required. Salary & Benefits Salary range: $68,200 – $115,100 (may be impacted by geographic differential). Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick time), and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. EEO Statement Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr