Contract Special Security Officer (CSSO)

Accenture Federal Services; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 108,400 - 203,400; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking an Industrial Security professional responsible for managing security programs and ensuring compliance with federal directives. The role requires at least 6 years of experience and active TS/SCI clearance.

You will engage with both internal and external customers and oversee security inspections. A deep understanding of ICD policies and SCIF operations is essential. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• 6 years of experience with the Intelligence Community.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all aspects of industrial security programs.
• Support personnel clearance processing and conduct self-inspections.
• Provide on-site security assistance and maintain SCIF accreditation.

Skills

Industrial Security experience

Knowledge of ICD policies

SCIF management and operations

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the U.S. federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all aspects of industrial security programs for multiple programs in compliance with the ICD’s and other applicable government security directives
• Support personnel clearance processing, visit certifications, document control, physical security, proposals, including alarm responses
• Conduct self‑inspections; manage preparations for and representation of security inspections and audits by government security personnel
• Routinely interact with both internal and external customers in support of program‑related activities
• Assist in the onboarding and offboarding processes as needed or requested by PERSEC CSSO
• Provide on‑site security assistance
• Responsible for managing and safeguarding COMSEC (Communications Security) crypto gear
• Act as classified system Point of Contact (POC) and maintain access and coordination with system administrators
• Serve as Points of Contact (POCs) for guards regarding secure spaces
• Ensure secure space alarm monitoring is accurate and up to date with their names and contact details
• Maintain and manage all PERSEC templates and instructions on the high side
• Coordinate the use of SCIF conference rooms
• Manage a shared calendar to facilitate scheduling and usage of these spaces
• Maintain SCIF accreditation, integrity and all associated requirements for monitoring and response
• Responsible for integration with ISSM for installation and accreditation of client systems
• Provide guidance, oversee, and direct SCIF construction
• Provide proposal response write‑up and guidance
• Active on‑site employee, responsible for full‑service IC support and Industrial Security compliance for related AFS programs, customers, contracts and clients
• Responsible for program engagement, collaboration, integration and reporting across the Corporate Security Directorate
• Responsible for drafting, maintaining and updating all program security records, required updates, incident reports, investigations and findings
• Maintaining required clearance level and access to client IT related networks for performance of duties

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• 6 years of Industrial Security experience with the Intelligence Community
• Knowledge of ICD policies (e.g. ICD 705, ICD 704) and regulations
• Hands‑on experience with SCIF management and operations
• Working knowledge of 13 adjudicative standards and related reporting requirements

Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Compensation

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides compensation ranges for hired roles based on labor costs in the following states: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is $108,400—$203,400 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.