Lead Program Security Advisor

Company Profile

Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) develops, manufactures, and operates customized marine systems, shipboard equipment, subsea vehicles, and engineered solutions for commercial and U.S. military vessels.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries position us as a leader in government, space, and maritime markets. Our products and services meet demanding operational environments, ensuring safety and reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products mainly for the offshore energy industry, including offshore oilfield development, maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also serve defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The Lead Program Security Advisor manages site security functions, including personnel, information, physical, program, cyber, and industrial security. The annual pay rate ranges from $110,500 to $149,500.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential

1. Develops and implements comprehensive security programs to ensure compliance with customer regulations and contract requirements.
2. Serves as the onsite Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), providing day-to-day security guidance for various programs and DoD contracts.
3. Ensures positive control of all classified accountable items, complying with contractual obligations (DD Form 254).
4. Processes all Visit Authorization Requests (VAR) and security clearances for visitors.
5. Manages personnel security programs, including clearances, interviews, indoctrinations, and training.
6. Develops and maintains security education and training materials.
7. Prepares and maintains security documentation, plans, and procedures.
8. Obtains and maintains accreditation for Special Program areas, conducting inventories and audits.
9. Prepares security inspection materials and participates in inspections.
10. Advises management on physical security measures to safeguard personnel and assets.
11. Develops transportation security plans and ensures secure movement of classified and unclassified materials.
12. Supports information systems security requirements and interfaces with customer IT teams.
13. Investigates security incidents and reports findings.
14. Maintains security documentation for classified contracts and subcontractors.

Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• BS/BA in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of eight years security experience.
• Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and related policies.
• Experience with DoD security programs and applications such as DISS, NBIS, NISS, NCAISS, SWFT, and EQIP.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to operate independently.
• Must possess a Top-Secret clearance, ability to obtain SCI eligibility, pass a CI polygraph, and maintain clearance.
• U.S. Citizen with a current U.S. passport.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How to Apply

Current employees with over six months in their position and external candidates are encouraged to apply. Discuss your interest with your manager before applying. Applications are recommended through the PeopleSoft or Oceaneering portals.