Program Security Officer

PAE Government Services Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Program Security Officer to support the DHS/ICE Camp East Montana contract in El Paso, TX. The role oversees the administration of the facility security program and ensures compliance with applicable government standards.

Responsibilities include managing security operations, maintaining DD254s, and coordinating clearance processing. A bachelor’s degree is preferred with relevant security experience and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of Industrial Security or related work experience.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with access control and CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of DHS Security’s Personnel Security, Suitability and Fitness Program.
• Knowledge of the NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117.

Responsibilities

• Manage security operations and compliance, overseeing all aspects of facility security.
• Maintain Form DD254s and prepare/administer sub-DD254’s.
• Coordinate security clearance processing and access control procedures.

Skills

Industrial Security

Access Control

Security Operations

DHS/DCSA Regulations

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Security Databases

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Amentum is currently seeking a Program Security Officer to support the DHS/ICE Camp East Montana contract in El Paso, TX.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Security Officer is fully responsible for the administration of the facility security of the detention center.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage security operations and compliance, overseeing all aspects of facility security to include physical and personnel security and classified material handling (where applicable).
• Maintain Form DD254s and prepare/ administer sub-DD254’s.
• Prepare visit requests and maintain accurate and timely data entry in security databases.
• Implement security policies in alignment with Government regulations, contractual obligations and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) standards.
• Coordinate security clearance processing and access control procedures to maintain operational integrity.
• Maintain compliance with DOD security and related policies, procedures.
• Conduct self-inspections and contribute to DCSA security assessments.
• Administer foreign travel briefings, track and record foreign travel notifications and debriefings, foreign contact and suspicious contact reports.
• Engage with Government security officials to address evolving security requirements and mitigate risks associated with program execution.
• Serve as the primary administrator for site security systems, including account management, vendor management, system health monitoring, audit logging, and coordinating service calls.
• Badge new hires, visitors, and employees to ensure perimeter control compliance.
• Supervise contracted guard force operations, including post orders, incident response, reporting requirements, and training.
• Conduct regular site security reviews, documenting vulnerabilities and corrective actions.
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum five (5) years of Industrial Security or related work experience.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with access control and CCTV systems.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with guard force management preferred.
• Knowledge of the DHS Security’s Personnel Security Personnel Security, Suitability and Fitness Program, DHS INSTRUCTION 121-01-007-01, REV. 01 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY PERSONNEL SECURITY, SUITABILITY AND FITNESS PROGRAM.
• Knowledge of the National Detention Standard 2025 and Detention Facility Security Operations.
• Knowledge of the NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117.
• Knowledge of Government databases such as NISS, DISS, NBIS, ACCS preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).
• Working knowledge of security regulations, manuals, and processes.
• Strong, effective, and professional verbal and written communications skills.
• Active Secret security clearance, at a minimum, with the ability to maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline preferred; two (2) years of experience in related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

COMPENSATION DETAILS

Compensation Details: TBD

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting: 08/06/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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