Contractor Program Security Lead (Hybrid VA)

VT Group (VTG); Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group is seeking a Contractor Program Security Officer to oversee security operations for a highly sensitive intelligence environment. The role focuses on protecting personnel, facilities, and classified information in a hybrid onsite setting in Herndon, VA.

You will support security programs, build secured areas, and conduct regular assessments to mitigate vulnerabilities while enforcing intelligence community standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in security or cybersecurity or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in security operations, physical security, or related role within intelligence/defense.
• Proven experience managing access control systems and conducting site inspections.
• Strong knowledge of security regulations and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency in security technologies and software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support personnel security, physical security, document control, and classified networks.
• Assist with building and maintaining classified secured areas.
• Conduct regular security assessments and inspections of the tenant site to identify vulnerabilities.
• Implement and enforce security protocols in accordance with intelligence community standards.
• Manage access control systems, visitor management, and badging operations.
• Monitor and assess potential physical and cyber threats to the facility and personnel.
• Coordinate incident response plans and lead investigations into security breaches or suspicious activity.
• Develop and maintain site-specific security plans (SSSPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare and submit security reports, audits, and incident logs to appropriate authorities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security clearance requirements and training.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of physical security measures, including barriers, surveillance systems, and alarm systems.
• Manage the integration of new security technologies and systems as needed.

Skills

Security operations

Access control

Site inspections

Security regulations

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in security or cybersecurity

Tools

Security software

Job description

VT Group is seeking a Contractor Program Security Officer to oversee security operations for a highly sensitive intelligence environment. The role focuses on protecting personnel, facilities, and classified information in a hybrid onsite setting in Herndon, VA.

You will support security programs, build secured areas, and conduct regular assessments to mitigate vulnerabilities while enforcing intelligence community standards and procedures.