Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSR)

Radiance Technologies, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Technologies, Inc. is seeking a qualified security professional to support US Army Space and Missile Defense Command programs. The CPSR will assist in PAR processing, inspections, access control, and security education, ensuring compliance with NISPOM and related guidelines.

In-scope programs require handling of SAP/SAR/SCI requirements. We value recent DoD security program experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, SAP and SCI security programs.
• Knowledge of RMF, DoD/NISPOM, JSIG and other regulations.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5+ years total work experience; Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties (filing, logs, supplies, coordination).
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR/SCI programs (SIMS, DISS).
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.
• Process incoming/outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self-inspections and support staff visits and assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records and disposition documentation
• Maintain DD254s for prime and subcontractors
• Ensure all classified materials are properly marked and controlled
• Review requirements and docs to ensure security requirements are addressed
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in developing Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Investigate security violations/incidents and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain program SOP
• Attend meetings and manage access control system
• Maintain Fixed Facility Checklists and waiver records
• Oversee design/management of new SCIF/SAPF
• Provide security education and RMF/AIS training materials
• Support RMF accreditation for information systems
• Travel up to 10%

Skills

Security program experience

DoD/NISPOM knowledge

RMF/Information systems

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring a qualified security professional in support of multiple special access programs for the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC). The CPSR is responsible for assisting the CPSO in the management, direction, and administration of security programs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements more than normal National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements. The CPSR is the secondary interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements. The CPSR will assist in completing the Program Access Request (PAR) process, preparing for inspections, processing visit requests, conducting security briefings, refreshers, and debriefings, maintaining access rosters, and IDS/access management systems and performing other duties as assigned.

Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with a generous benefits package that is unmatched among our peers. Employee ownership, generous 401K, full heath / dental / life / vision insurance benefits, challenging assignments, educational reimbursement, competitive salaries, and work environment combine to make Radiance Technologies a great place to work and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties i.e., filing, updating logs/lists, supplies, coordination with internal and external customers
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR/SCI related programs to include the use of SIMS and Defense Information Security System (DISS)
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation
• Working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in the development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Maintain the program's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Attend, support, and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc.
• Maintain the program’s access control system
• Maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records as required per program
• Oversee the design, construction, and management of a new SCIF or SAPF
• Conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events as required per program
• Provide necessary support to Information Assurance team in the implementation and maintenance of classified information systems accredited under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) as required per program
• Up to 10% travel may be required

Desired Qualifications

• Recent practical experience supporting DoD, SAP and / or SCI security programs
• Thorough knowledge of DoD 5205.07 v 1-4, DoD 5105.21 v 1-3, IC Tech Spec for ICD/ICS 705, DNI Directives, NISPOM, JSIG and other applicable security regulations and requirements
• Ability to execute security policy, plans and procedures, to include completion of an accreditation package
• Experience supporting information systems, knowledge of RMF packages and the roles supporting the generation and administration of a system
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with staff at all levels
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment, with a focus on customer service and high regard to details and processes

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline, or equivalent education and work experience
• At least 5 years total overall work experience
• Preferably, with at least 3 years’ experience supporting multiple special access programs
• In-Scope active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!

Thank you for your interest in working on our team!!

Employee-Ownership Radiance is a proud employee-owned company! Employee-ownership benefits both our customers and workforce, and ensures that Radiance doesn’t have to answer to stockholders or be driven by quarterly earnings reports. Thus, Radiance will always prioritize enhancing our customer’s mission over expanding our bottom line. We are singularly focused on providing our customers with game-changing solutions to their most challenging requirements. This is only possible because employee-ownership attracts the highest quality employees, empowers them to identify capability enhancements, and provides them with the freedom to take risks to deliver high-quality solutions. Employee-ownership also provides tangible and long-term financial security for our people and their families. Therefore, employee-ownership embodies participation, empowerment, freedom, teaming, excellence, accountability, mission focus, and security.

Our Culture

Radiance’s culture is driven by our commitment to our customers and our employee-owners. Our employee-owners thrive on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and mutual responsibility for growth and sustainability. Our culture consists of individuals who embody technical and leadership skills to deliver superior solutions to the nation’s toughest technical challenges. We believe building trust and credibility with our customers leads to long-term results. We invest in a superior technical workforce where leaders are developed, innovation is encouraged, and achievements are recognized. We seek innovative ways to improve, experiment, take risks, foster collaboration, and empower our employee-owners.

Our Values

Our values drive our culture, business model, and daily interactions. These values constantly remind us of who we are and what we do. Our employee-owners influence how we operate our business. We relentlessly pursue operating excellence by innovating, improving our processes, and reducing waste. We believe in being wise and ethical stewards of capital and resources. Our values dictate how we interact with each other and our customers, partners, and suppliers.

Honesty, trust, humanity, alignment, and value creation require that we treat our employees with dignity and respect and provide them with fair compensation and equal employment opportunity. We believe in connecting with our communities and have a responsibility to be good corporate citizens, and we believe in sustainable business practices, which include supporting the environment and the communities in which we work.