Contractor Special Security Officer

Anduril Industries; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 111,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Travel occasional

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) to lead security programs for high-assurance contracts. You will manage security tasks, coordinate with government agencies, and ensure compliance with SAP/NISPOM requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires DoD SAP security expertise, TS with SCI eligibility, and a track record of collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent education and work experience.
• At least five years’ experience in ACSSO/CSSO roles.
• Detailed knowledge of DoD SAP security and NISPOM/NISP CFR 32 Part 117.
• Strong oral and written communication and collaboration skills.
• DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and ability to maintain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Submit program access requests and prepare for government inspections.
• Maintain SAP/SCI security records and support PPAs/FFCs.
• Develop Program Protection Plans and SOPs; conduct self-inspections.
• Interface with government agencies and internal partners on security matters.

Skills

ACSSO/CSSO experience

DoD policy knowledge

Security clearance TS/SCI

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

The Special Access Program Security team is responsible for ensuring the security of classified information for Anduril’s most sensitive programs and contracts. The team has individuals located across the country and works in a collaborative manner to ensure the security of Anduril and government information, and Anduril’s defense products.

About The Job

We are looking for a Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO) to join our rapidly growing team at Arsenal‑1 in Columbus, OH. This is a security position requiring a qualified security professional in support of special access program initiatives. As a CSSO, you will be responsible for the management, direction, administration, and development of security programs and procedures for assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements beyond 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Rule requirements. The CSSO will interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements and will be responsible for managing all security‑related aspects of assigned programs in close collaboration with other Anduril CSSOs. This will require detailed knowledge of the government policies applicable to Special Access Program (SAP) security, as well as practical experience implementing this knowledge in a fast‑paced, quickly scaling, and complex manufacturing environment. If you are someone who enjoys fast‑paced and collaborative work, finding solutions to interesting challenges, and possess a “can do” attitude, then this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Submit program access requests, prepare for government inspections, conduct and report results of self‑inspections, process visit requests, conduct security briefings, refreshers, and debriefings, maintain access rosters, enable and manage classified mail, manage IDS/access control management systems for spaces associated with assigned program(s), and perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties (e.g., maintain/create filing and tracking systems, update logs/lists, ensure secure program areas are set up and appropriately supplied to meet program manager/staff needs, and coordinate with internal and external partners to include Information Systems, Mission Assurance, Insider Threat, Physical Security, and Facilities, as required).
• Maintain personnel security records for Special Access Programs (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)-related programs to include the use of SIMS, DISS, JADE, and other systems as applicable.
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations, process Pre‑Screening Questionnaires, and create PARs and SCI nominations for assigned programs.
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications.
• Conduct internal self‑inspections and manage government Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments on behalf of Anduril.
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records, and final disposition documentation.
• Maintain 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.
• Develop Program Protection Plans (PPPs).
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management, and keep Anduril leadership and government cognizant security authorities/program office(s) informed as required.
• Develop and maintain the program’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Provide amazing support to both internal and external customers.
• Attend, support, and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, and telecons.
• Respond to walk‑in customers and perform ad hoc security services as needed.
• Actively and aggressively pursue maintaining a collaborative environment within the larger security team, with program teams, with teams outside Anduril’s security enterprise, and with government customers/program offices.
• In collaboration with the physical security team, maintain the program’s access control and alarm systems.
• Develop/maintain current program Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs) to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining and updating necessary accreditation documentation and records.
• Develop/update Security Education & Training modules in collaboration with other security team members and the government program offices, as applicable.
• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent education and work experience.
• At least five years’ experience working with special programs in an ACSSO/CSSO role (or equivalent ACPSO/CPSO experience).
• Detailed working knowledge and practical application of DoD Manual (DoDM) 5205.07, Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manual.
• Detailed knowledge of applicable Department of Defense policies, instructions, and manuals pertinent to special access program security (including NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Top‑notch collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility with current investigation and ability to maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance with Special Program accesses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with special access program‑level manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ICD‑705 and the associated Technical Specifications, and how it applies to building new secure facilities (SCIFs/SAPFs).
• Willingness to work extended hours in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment in a variety of program areas.
• Willingness to travel on company business (varies but typically less than 15%).

US Salary Range

$111,000—$147,000 USD

Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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