Industrial Security Analyst

Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)Nightwing Security is seeking a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) in support of a Special Projects ELITE (SPE) security program. Located at a Nightwing Dulles Offsite facility in the Sterling, Virginia area, the CPSO will assist in the security management of a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Program, maintaining compliance with NISPOM, all applicable Sponsor security policies and procedures; all applicable Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs); and all other applicable Government security policies and procedures.This position requires a self-starter who is interested in working in a fast-paced environment. This role encompasses a variety of duties and responsibilities to include daily communication with government customers, program management, and security counterparts. This role has a direct impact on customer mission and Nightwing success.Additional duties to include:Personnel Security – processing initial requests for clearance/SCI access, crossovers, terminations, badge renewals, reinvestigations, reporting requirements, briefings and debriefings, managing the cleared personnel listing, and maintaining accurate clearance database information.Physical Security – primary management of the facility access control, control of the Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), creation of facility credentials for employees, partner companies and guests, provide overwatch of the facilities perimeter, assist with conducting annual self-inspections, maintaining proper documentation to include SCIF accreditation and SOPs, processing visit certifications, facilitating and supporting customer inspections, and changing safe and door combinations.Information Security – processing data transfers, trusted downloads, and conducting routine audits of program related IT applications.Required skills:Ability to build rapport, interact professionally, and foster a cooperative work environment with a diverse population of employees, subcontractors, and customersUS Citizenship with current Top-Secret SCI Clearance and polygraphA related university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience.Knowledgeable in one or more of the following Security disciplines: Personnel Security, Physical/Technical Security, or Program SecurityA basic understanding of Information/Cyber SecurityKnowledgeable of SCI Security requirements, Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), and applicable customer security directivesAbility to communicate professionally in both written and verbal communicationsAbility to plan, prioritize, schedule and organize activities and workload while accomplishing objectives in fast paced environmentAttention to detail and follow-through when completing tasksProficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Desired skills:Strong familiarity with government security processes and forms related to the clearance processExperience using clearance databases to include CCure, Scattered Castles, and Access CommanderAbility to work and take actions independently, and solve problems by making sound decisionsProven capability to adapt to changing work environments and successfully work under pressure to include the ability to positively interact with customers on policy issuesSalary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.