Lead PSO & Operations Manager, SAP/SCIF

Arlo Solutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlo Solutions seeks a lead Programs Security Officer (PSO) and SME to manage security for SAP, SCI, and SCIF/SAPF facilities in the Pentagon area. You will advise leadership, manage access databases, and coordinate interagency security actions.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, strong leadership, and the ability to handle high-stakes, sensitive information in a defense environment. On-site in Arlington, VA with tight coordination across agencies.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, preferably within a defense or intelligence environment.
• Experience in managing security operations and special access programs (SAP).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-stakes environment.
• Proficiency in managing classified information and understanding security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure publications in Part 6 of the PWS are followed.
• Identify and mitigate security incidents and develop compliant response measures for leadership.
• Serve as lead Program Security Officer (PSO) and SME for SAP within SCIF/SAPF.
• Monitor SCIF/SAPF access and compliance with security requirements.
• Coordinate with SOS, JSS, and other security offices for guidance and resolution of issues.
• Coordinate personnel clearance verifications and PARs; provide security briefings.
• Facilitate ACCM accesses and ensure continuous monitoring of PARs.
• Maintain classified access management systems (e.g., Scattered Castles, JADE, DISCS).
• Coordinate facility, equipment, IT needs for SCIF/SAPF requirements and inspections.
• Assist in developing and executing policies for safeguarding SAP/SCI data.
• Identify and report threats and risks to tests, training, and operations.
• Review and report status of actions using CATMS and JSAP systems.

Skills

Security operations

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Arlo Solutions seeks a lead Programs Security Officer (PSO) and SME to manage security for SAP, SCI, and SCIF/SAPF facilities in the Pentagon area. You will advise leadership, manage access databases, and coordinate interagency security actions.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, strong leadership, and the ability to handle high-stakes, sensitive information in a defense environment. On-site in Arlington, VA with tight coordination across agencies.