Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)

True Anomaly, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/HRA options

Flexible Time Off

PTO up to 25 days

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Sick Leave

401(k)

Fitness reimbursement

Dog Fridays

Equity

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. seeks a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to manage security for programs requiring a SCIF and ensure adherence to NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD directives.

You will oversee security policies, training, and incident response to protect classified information and enable mission-critical space technologies. The role emphasizes collaboration with government security representatives and program managers, onsite decision coordinates, and ongoing compliance across classified

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI US government security clearance with SAP eligibility strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial security or related field, managing security programs for defense contractors.
• Comprehensive understanding of NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD security regulations.
• Proven success in managing SCIF operations and classified contracts.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Active U.S. government security clearance at TS/SCI level or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work under ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal security regulations, including NISPOM, DoD directives, and ICD 705 standards for SCIF management.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and plans across programs.
• SCIF Operations: Manage the certification, accreditation, and physical security of True Anomaly’s SCIF facilities.
• Coordinate inspections with oversight agencies, ensuring compliance with all directives.
• Personnel Security: Oversee personnel security clearance processes, including initial clearances, reinvestigations, and ongoing eligibility reviews.
• Conduct security training and briefings for cleared employees.
• Incident Management: Investigate security violations and report incidents to the appropriate authorities.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent future breaches.
• Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between True Anomaly and government security representatives (e.g., DCSA, SSO).
• Support proposal efforts by ensuring compliance with classified program requirements.
• Classified Program Support: Partner with program managers and engineers to implement security measures that enable mission success.
• Stay informed of emerging security regulations and adapt company policies accordingly.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

SAP eligibility

Industrial security

Defense contracting

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

ITAR compliance

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space‑based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in‑office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
• Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

As the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) at True Anomaly, you will play a vital role in maintaining compliance with government security regulations and protecting classified information. You will oversee all aspects of security management for programs requiring a SCIF and ensure adherence to applicable regulations such as the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Your expertise will enable the secure operation of cutting‑edge space technologies critical to national defense and security.

Responsibilities

• Security Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with federal security regulations, including NISPOM, DoD directives, and ICD 705 standards for SCIF management.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and plans across programs.
• SCIF Operations:
  • Manage the certification, accreditation, and physical security of True Anomaly’s SCIF facilities.
  • Coordinate inspections with oversight agencies, ensuring compliance with all directives.
• Personnel Security:
  • Oversee personnel security clearance processes, including initial clearances, reinvestigations, and ongoing eligibility reviews.
  • Conduct security training and briefings for cleared employees.
• Incident Management:
  • Investigate security violations and report incidents to the appropriate authorities.
  • Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent future breaches.
• Collaboration:
  • Serve as the primary liaison between True Anomaly and government security representatives (e.g., DCSA, SSO).
  • Support proposal efforts by ensuring compliance with classified program requirements.
• Classified Program Support:
  • Partner with program managers and engineers to implement security measures that enable mission success.
  • Stay informed of emerging security regulations and adapt company policies accordingly.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI US government security clearance with SAP eligibility strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial security or related field, managing security programs for defense contractors.
• Comprehensive understanding of NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD security regulations.
• Proven success in managing SCIF operations and classified contracts.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Active U.S. government security clearance at TS/SCI level or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work under ITAR regulations.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience with some or all security functional areas including: industrial security, information security, personnel security, and physical security.
• Experience working with DCSA, SSOs, or other government oversight bodies.
• Familiarity with proposal preparation, pricing strategies, and defense acquisition processes.
• Background in aerospace or defense technology.
• Startup experience in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $105,000-$150,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Work Location—This is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver (Centennial) or Long Beach, CA office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person’s working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.