Contractor Special Security Officer

Job Title

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following: Maintain a compliant federal security program and site that meets or exceeds requirements for handling and storing DoD/SCI information. Provides guidance and interpretation about security standards, practices, and programs to support the federal business and security initiatives. Develops tailored security trainings/briefings and audit programs to facilitate consistent quality program delivery. Manage programs in an operational environment; developing and implementing security awareness and education; conducting briefings and debriefings; processing personnel security investigation packets; conducting security pre-screens and interviews with employees being processed for clearance/access; handle visit certifications; conducting security violation investigations; writing local policies and procedures implementing government and corporate guidelines; writing security volumes for proposal efforts. Manage the control / dissemination / dispatch / receipt / destruction of SCI materials; conduct semi-annual audits; manage COMSEC requirements; obtain physical certification and accreditation of SCIF areas; working with government and prime contractor program managers to understand needs and provide security guidance; and other tasks as assigned. Assesses and adapts current protocols to meet CMMC requirements Maintain liaison with government, industry, and intelligence professionals.

Required Qualifications CSSO and FSO certifications and training Sound, ethical judgment At least 5 years experience providing program security support to DoD and SCI level programs Extensive knowledge of DoD/ICD directives pertaining to physical and personnel security relating to all security disciplines Knowledge and skill to manage a personnel security program involving multiple government agency sponsored programs Knowledge of ICD for Information System Security requirements Knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and developing CMMC requirements regarding CUI and CDI Knowledge of the organization, implementation, and operation of the National Industrial Security Program Must be a United States citizen and meet eligibility requirements to obtain SCI access and polygraph requirements Active TS/SSBI with SCI eligibility

Desired Qualifications Bachelors degree in relevant field Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multi-task and work in a multi-program environment. Knowledge and skill to apply general government guidelines and directives in solving practical day-to-day security problems. Knowledge on the physical security requirements to obtain physical accreditation of new secure areas. Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure in complex situations. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including presentation, reporting and consulting. Proven customer service and relationship management skills. Abreast of industry and technology changes to ensure security programs minimize emerging risks.