Contractor Special Security Officer

Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)

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Vantor is currently seeking a Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) to join our team in Westminster, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) in support of classified government contracts.

Responsibilities:

• Implement government security requirements in support of classified and commercial contracts
• Engage with the Cognizant Security Authority and the Government Contracting Authority (GCA) to ensure National Security Information is protected in accordance with policy and expectations
• Develop and provide oversight for all aspects of program security for collateral and SCI programs
• Support Vantor's overall program security posture to ensure compliance with corporate and government regulations
• Implement all aspects of a security program to include DD-254s, Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), security processes, security education and awareness program, etc.
• Conduct audits of all contracts to ensure compliance with all security requirements
• Safeguard and account for classified materials in accordance with the NISPOM
• Submit and track SCI access nominations
• Conduct program indoctrination briefings
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit requests
• Partner with cross-departmental management to coordinate security initiatives in line with the overall business strategy and an emerging perspective focusing on security

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with active Top Secret clearance and be willing and able to obtain SCI accesses and successfully pass a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph
• Demonstrated knowledge of national security policies, to include (but not limited to): ICDs, NISPOM, Executive Orders, customer specific directives and instructions, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.
• Experience as an appointed Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO), Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), or Facility Security Officer (FSO)
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; or three (3) years experience with a Master's degree; or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with National Industrial Security System (NISS), Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Scattered Castles, Security information Management System (SIMS) and other security databases.
• Understanding of the DD-254 process and management

Preferred Requirements:

• Current/active TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $76,000.00 - $126,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. 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.