Security Program Manager

FedWriters, Inc.; Homeland Park (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FedWriters, Inc. is seeking a Security Program Manager to lead its contractor security team supporting DC3 in Maryland. You will direct clearance processing, inspections, access control, vulnerability assessments, and ensure facilities and personnel readiness.

This on-site role runs 40 hours weekly with standard hours in Linthicum Heights, MD. The position requires TS/SCI clearance and related credentials, with 3 years managing security programs of similar size, and the ability to make security

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• 3 years within the last 10 years managing a security program of similar size and complexity.
• Ability to make decisions for and commit the company on security-task matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contractor security team covering a 6:00 AM–6:00 PM operating window.
• Oversee the clearance lifecycle in NBIS and DISS.
• Direct weekly physical security and monthly SCIF inspections.
• Run monthly Security Vulnerability Assessments and corrective action plans.
• Manage access control, visitor control, and alarm response procedures.
• Support COOP planning and exercises and prepare for DCSA/IG inspections.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security program management

SCIF operations

COOP planning

DCSA inspections

NBIS/DISS familiarity

Decision authority

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Security Program Manager and support the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) by leading its contractor security team across personnel, physical, SCIF, industrial, and information security. You will direct clearance processing, inspections, access control, and vulnerability assessments, ensure facilities and people stay secure and inspection-ready.

FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

Work Schedule and Location:

On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm in Linthicum Heights, MD,with occasional work at 1306 Concourse Dr, within walking distance. Security coverage runs 6:00 AM–6:00 PM ET on business days; this positions own schedule is 40 hours/week within that window.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contractor security team covering a 6:00 AM–6:00 PM operating window
• Oversee the clearance lifecycle in NBIS and DISS
• Direct weekly physical security and monthly SCIF inspections
• Run monthly Security Vulnerability Assessments and corrective action plans
• Manage access control, visitor control, and alarm response procedures
• Support COOP planning and exercises and prepare for DCSA/IG inspections

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), or an equivalent such as NCMS ISP, ASIS CPP, or FSO credentials
• 3 years within the last 10 managing a security program of similar size and complexity
• Authority to make decisions for and commit the company on security-task matters

Desired:

• SCIF operations under ICD 705
• DCSA or IG inspections rated Commendable or better
• COOP program experience

Why Join Our Team

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Pay Range

Negotiable