Special Access Program Security Officer Jobs

Summary

Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)

Location: Warminster, PA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Travel: Less than 10% (approximately 4-5 weeks annually)

Compensation: Based on experience

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview: We are seeking a Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) to support a growing engineering services team developing multi-security-level systems that incorporate virtual environments and VPN technologies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, technically challenging environment where innovative solutions are encouraged and emerging technologies are applied to real-world defense and security requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) supporting multiple classified programs and personnel across various locations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security requirements, including: DoD Manual 5205.07, DoD Manual 5105.21, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), program-specific government regulations and facility procedures.
• Identify security issues and implement corrective actions as directed.
• Conduct security briefings and maintain security education and awareness programs.
• Review security processes and procedures to improve efficiency and standardization.
• Support the preparation of security-related proposals and documentation.
• Communicate security findings and program status through verbal and written reports.
• Coordinate planning and implementation of new security programs.
• Investigate security incidents and classified program violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret and apply security requirements across various program environments.
• Serve as a liaison between program teams, government customers, and sponsors.
• Administer contractual security requirements for classified programs.
• Maintain accurate security databases and records.
• Support employee training, development, and resource management initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• 3-5 years of security experience within the Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Strong knowledge of government security regulations and compliance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), National Security Agency (NSA) Communications Security (COMSEC) Program Security Directives (PSD).
• Experience working directly with government customers and program stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Proven track record of successful security compliance audits.

Education & Certifications:

• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) or equivalent certification required.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant security experience.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a motivated security professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and possesses a passion for supporting classified programs while maintaining the highest levels of security compliance and operational excellence.

Compensation: up to $90,000 annually

Job Description

Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)

Location: Warminster, PA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Travel: Less than 10% (approximately 4-5 weeks annually)

Compensation: Based on experience

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview: We are seeking a Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) to support a growing engineering services team developing multi-security-level systems that incorporate virtual environments and VPN technologies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, technically challenging environment where innovative solutions are encouraged and emerging technologies are applied to real-world defense and security requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Junior Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) supporting multiple classified programs and personnel across various locations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security requirements, including: DoD Manual 5205.07, DoD Manual 5105.21, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), program-specific government regulations and facility procedures.
• Identify security issues and implement corrective actions as directed.
• Conduct security briefings and maintain security education and awareness programs.
• Review security processes and procedures to improve efficiency and standardization.
• Support the preparation of security-related proposals and documentation.
• Communicate security findings and program status through verbal and written reports.
• Coordinate planning and implementation of new security programs.
• Investigate security incidents and classified program violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret and apply security requirements across various program environments.
• Serve as a liaison between program teams, government customers, and sponsors.
• Administer contractual security requirements for classified programs.
• Maintain accurate security databases and records.
• Support employee training, development, and resource management initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• 3-5 years of security experience within the Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Strong knowledge of government security regulations and compliance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), National Security Agency (NSA) Communications Security (COMSEC) Program Security Directives (PSD).
• Experience working directly with government customers and program stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Proven track record of successful security compliance audits.

Education & Certifications:

• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) or equivalent certification required.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant security experience.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a motivated security professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and possesses a passion for supporting classified programs while maintaining the highest levels of security compliance and operational excellence.

Compensation: up to $90,000 annually