Contract Program Security Officer (CPSO)

Aviation Systems Engineering Company; Maryland; On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviation Systems Engineering Company seeks a Contract Program Security Officer on-site at NAS Patuxent, MD. The role supports the government PMA-205 with security program development, SOPs, audits, and clearance processes.

Requires active DoD Top Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and at least 5 years in security roles. Telework is not available; on-site responsibilities include liaison with customer security reps and handling sensitive documents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5 years of experience as a Contractor Program Security Officer (or similar).
• Experience with NISPOM, DoDM 5105.21, DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, ICD 700 series, RMF/JSIG.
• Understanding of DD-254 implementation, and ability to develop and maintain a multi-disciplined security program.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and maintain personnel on SOPs, OPSEC plans, and secure documentation.
• Administer self-inspections for security audits and develop corrective actions.
• Maintain all office and security documents per government requirements and provide weekly updates.
• Manage PARs and facilitate documentation and indoctrination.
• Assist with SCI requests, indoctrinations, visits, and required training.
• Maintain access control rosters and visitor control program guidance.

Skills

OPSEC knowledge

Security program development

Communications skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DISS

EPSQ/e-QIP

MS Office suite

Job description

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No – 100% On‑Site

What You’ll Do:

As the Contract Program Security Officer, you will support our government customer in PMA-205 on‑site at NAS Patuxent, MD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, train, and maintain personnel on facility standard operating procedures (SOP), facility OPSEC plan, fixed facility checklists, and appointment letters.
• Administer self‑inspections for security audits and develop a corrective action plan.
• Establish and maintain all office and security documents in accordance with government requirements and provide weekly updates to the customer.
• Manage program access requests (PARs) process and facilitate preparation of documentation, as well as program indoctrination.
• Assist with sensitive compartmented information (SCI) requests, indoctrinations, visits, and required training.
• Maintain access control rosters and establish a visitor control program giving guidance to the Access Control Security Specialist (24/7/365 access).
• Coordinate with customer security representatives in order to initiate, process, and maintain employee clearances through DISS, Scattered Castles, and other systems of record.
• Prepare, transmit, and maintain visit certification letters.
• Responsible for document control functions and developing procedures to ensure all materials and media contain proper classification markings, wrapping, cover sheets, and handling and transmission of classified data.
• Conduct document control functions including entering data in JADE properly, developing and overseeing receipt and dispatch requirements, organizing original and copies of documents, providing document holdings lists, managing and improving SIMS database, and assisting in timely locating documents assigned to others/offices.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5 years of experience as a Contractor Program Security Officer (or a similar Program Security role).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience working with the following manuals: NISPOM, DoDM 5105.21, DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, ICD 700 series, RMF/JSIG.
• Requires a thorough understanding of DD-254 Implementation.
• Ability to develop, implement, and maintain a multi-disciplined security program for complex, major acquisition programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OPSEC, personnel, industrial, physical, and information security principles.
• Proficiency with DISS, EPSQ/e-QIP.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• CDSE certificate training.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self‑directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem‑solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $105,000 - $120,000, commensurate with an individual's experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee‑owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran‑friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.