Program Security Officer

Peraton; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Program Security Officer in Layton, UT to ensure full-scope security compliance for a critical defense program. The role includes overseeing clearance processing, conducting security training, and coordinating with DCSA and other agencies.

The position requires Top Secret clearance, DoD/NISPOM expertise, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team for a fast-paced mission.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of security experience with a BA degree, or 9+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, and COMSEC procedures.
• Experience with DOD processes or equivalent regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee processing of new employee security clearances and tracking in DISS.
• Coordinate security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared staff.
• Conduct self-inspections with DCSA and other agencies and report deficiencies.
• Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors; advise project managers.
• Maintain security documentation and files in SIMS; ensure document control and visitor control.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Security compliance

DISS knowledge

SIMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SIMS

DIAS

DCSA interface

Job description

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

Analyzing and mitigating safety risks associated with operating intercontinental ballistic missiles software. Systems Engineers support the Nuclear Safety Cross-Check and Nuclear Safety Analysis programs, which ensure that software meets nuclear safety criteria and avoids unintended actions.

About The Role

Peraton is looking for a dynamic, well organized, and highly motivated individual with prior relevant experience to serve as the Program Security Officer to ensure full-scope program support and compliance in Layton, UT. The FSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

• Provide oversight of the processing of new employee security clearances including tracking within Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
• Oversight and administration for a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared employees to include conducting Initial Security Briefings, Security Classification Program Briefings, Refresher Training, and Debriefings
• Conduct periodic Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other government agency self-inspections on the security posture of the company to determine performance and cost effectiveness and advise management of any deficiencies and recommendations
• Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors, and provide guidance and assistance to project managers and staff in meeting security requirements
• Maintain all security documentation and files accurately for document control, visitor control, and personnel security using SIMS and in accordance with requirements
• Responsible for the preparation, management, and interfacing with DCSA
• Knowledge of Communication Security (COMSEC) and of COMSEC Account Custodian of keying material for communication devices to include the use of DIAS is a plus
• Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of experience with a BA degree.
• 9+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Required: Top Secret clearance
• Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
• Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC.
• Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
• Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data.
• The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP®) Certification a plus.
• SIMS database experience preferred.

Details

Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.