Program Security Officer

Leidos LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Program Security Officer (PSO) to provide security support for a dynamic USG organization. The PSO will develop and implement comprehensive security plans across physical, personnel, information system, and industrial security, with 50% travel to support security requirements.

Responsibilities include training staff, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance with ICD 705, NISPOM, and DoD/State force protection standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in international or remote field locations is necessary.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with government officials and contractors.
• Bachelor's degree and 8–12 years of related security experience required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement comprehensive security plans across physical, personnel, information system, and industrial security.
• Mitigate risks and protect sensitive information and assets.
• Conduct security assessments at potential domestic and international work locations.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Security policy implementation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Program Security Officer (PSO) will provide security support for a dynamic, fast-paced USG organization. The PSO must possess and have successfully demonstrated technical security competence, problem solving skills, and the interpersonal skills necessary to determine and implement effective security policy for the protection of classified efforts. The duties of a PSO include, but are not limited to: Using knowledge of the various security disciplines such as physical security, personnel security, information system security and industrial security, create and implement comprehensive security plan, as well as putting in place measures to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information and assets. Responsibilities include conducting security assessments at potential domestic and international work locations. This position requires a minimum of 50% travel to support the establishment and ongoing management of operational security requirements as business needs dictate. When not working abroad, the candidate will be expected to support domestic locations with similar responsibilities, including training new security staff on security protocols and procedures. Plan, coordinate, and manage security support for classified activities with a thorough understanding of ICD 705, NISPOM, and Department of State and Department of Defense force protection standards. Additionally, assist with development, review, coordination, and execution of critical program security documentation. Monitor, report, and track corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews. Ensure timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff.

Job Location: Dulles, VA Basic Qualifications Experience working in international or remote field locations is necessary. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including government officials and contract personnel, to implement security policies. Bachelor's degree and at least 8 to 12 years of related experience is required. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Must possess current/active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph - candidates who do not currently possess this level of clearance will not be considered.

Original Posting: June 18, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.