On-Site Security Lead – Classified Programs

Penn State University; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Strong retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory in State College, PA, is seeking a self-starting Contractor Program Security Officer for the Industrial Security Program. You will handle security controls for classified and proprietary materials, coordinating with DoD programs and sponsor guidelines to ensure compliance and protection.

Position requires active TS clearance with SCI eligibility, strong security operations experience, and the ability to work on-site.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Industrial security experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills in security environments.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of NISPOM, ICDs, and sponsor instructions to support Industrial Security operations.
• Assist with visitor control, safeguarding, classification management, physical and information system security, and security education.
• Develop, review, and execute program security documents such as SOPs, PARs, EAP, Disaster Recovery, and Continuity of Business plans.
• Manage electronic security devices and coordinate after-hours alarm support.
• Collaborate with sponsor security staff to align with requirements and policies.

Job description

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory in State College, PA, is seeking a self-starting Contractor Program Security Officer for the Industrial Security Program. You will handle security controls for classified and proprietary materials, coordinating with DoD programs and sponsor guidelines to ensure compliance and protection.

Position requires active TS clearance with SCI eligibility, strong security operations experience, and the ability to work on-site.