Personnel Security (PERSEC) Officer

Trueanomalyinc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health benefits

PTO

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly seeks a seasoned Personnel Security Officer to lead the PERSEC program supporting national security missions. You will ensure compliance with NISPOM and DoD/IC requirements while enabling rapid, compliant classified work.

The role interfaces with multiple security domains and business units to protect sensitive information. You will coordinate with security leadership and HR, manage adverse information, and drive improvements in clearance processing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in security management, business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Industrial Security with focus on PERSEC.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a current Tier 5 and active Top Secret SCI clearance.
• Domestic travel may be required (25%).

Responsibilities

• Manage the Personnel Security program in partnership with the Sr PERSEC Officer in compliance with NISPOM and DoD/IC requirements.
• Oversee end-to-end clearance processing including investigations, reinvestigations, and clearance coordination.
• Serve as the Denver-based interface with DoD/IC PERSEC representatives for clearance matters.
• Ensure submissions and management within government systems of record (DISS, NBIS, etc.).
• Develop and maintain internal controls, SOPs, and metrics for audit readiness and compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Security management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in security management

Tools

DISS

NBIS

JADE

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.

YOUR MISSION:

ThePersonnel Security (PERSEC)Officeris responsible forthe strategic oversight and day-to-day execution ofTrue Anomaly’spersonnel security program in support of the company’s overall national security mission. This role ensures full compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and applicable government regulations while enabling the business to move quickly and win classified work. The PERSEC Officer partners closely with Industrial Security, Physical Security, IT Security, HR, Legal, and Program Management to ensure cleared personnel are processed efficiently, compliantly, and with a high degree of integrity.

The PERSEC Officer acts as a technical partner and trusted advisor within the Security and Operations organization. This individual demonstrates ownership of business outcomes, proactively identifies risk before it becomes impact, and drives continuous improvement of personnel security processes. They balance strict regulatory compliance with True Anomaly’s need for speed and innovation, ensuring Security enables mission success rather than impedes it.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the Personnel Security program in partnership with the Sr PERSEC Officer, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and all applicable DoD and Intelligence Community requirements.

• Oversee end-to-end clearance processing, including initial investigations, periodic reinvestigations, Continuous Vetting updates, upgrades, SCI nominations, polygraph coordination, as well as briefings and debriefings.

• Serve as the Colorado-based interface with DCSA, DoD, and IC PERSEC representatives for all clearance-related matters.

• Ensure accurate and timely submissions and management within DISS, NBIS, and other government systems of record.

• Develop and maintain internal controls, SOPs, and metrics to ensure audit readiness and continuous compliance under the company’s FCL, 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and all applicable DoD and Intelligence Community requirements.

• Lead adverse information reporting, incident management, and coordination with Insider Threat, Legal, and HR to ensure proper handling and mitigation.

• Partner with Security Leadership and Talent Acquisition to forecast clearance demand, reduce processing cycle times, and align personnel security actions with business growthobjectives.

• Provide subject matter expertise to senior leadership regarding clearance strategy, eligibility risk, and program impact to contracts and revenue.

• Train managers and employees on clearance responsibilities, reporting obligations, and security best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in security management, business, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in Industrial Security with significant focus on Personnel Security (PERSEC).

• Deep working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) requirements, DISS, NBIS, JADE, and related DoD/IC systems.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a current Tier 5 and must maintain an active Top Secret SCI clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Domestic travel may be required(25%).

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience supporting SCI and/or SAP programs and Intelligence Community customers.

• Strong background in audit preparation and successful DCSA assessments.

• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills coupled with strong business acumen
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations

• Requires coordination across distributed teams

• Direct access to leadership with opportunity to shape security strategy for emerging space capabilities

• Occasional travel to government sites, launch facilities, or partner locations may berequired

COMPENSATION

• Colorado Base Salary: $105,000–$150,000

• Equity + Benefits including employer-paid Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will bedetermined 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 role will be onsite at our Denver office.(Centennial, CO)

• 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.#LI-Onsite

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.

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.