Security Program Manager - CPSO/FSO (SAP/SCI)

General Atomics; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 100,290 - 183,098; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in Herndon, VA is seeking a Contract Program Security Officer & FSO Manager to lead and coordinate security programs for classified and proprietary materials. You will initiate plans, develop SOPs, manage SAPs/SCI, and interface with government agencies.

The role requires TS clearance, DoD policy expertise, and the ability to guide staff and contractors to ensure compliance with National Security Information procedures.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field, and eleven or more years progressive experience in security administration.
• Must have direct experience as a CPSO or CSSO in a corporate or government environment.
• Experience with DOD processes and procedures or equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training is a plus.
• Must possess and maintain a Top Secret DoD Security Clearance as well as SAP and SCI accesses.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership to staff on actions to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
• Administer and coordinate all security activities to ensure compliance with federal security regulations and National Policy.
• Establish and maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers to ensure compliance with National Policy.
• Coordinate with government agencies for rulings, interpretations, and deviations for regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement SOPs, Emergency Action Plans, and Program Protection Plans.
• Plan, develop, and manage security programs for classified and proprietary materials (OPSEC).
• Prepare and submit personnel security clearance requests and access records.
• Investigate security violations and recommend preventive and corrective actions.

Skills

CPSO/CSSO experience

Security program leadership

Interagency liaison

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

JADE

Job description

General Atomics in Herndon, VA is seeking a Contract Program Security Officer & FSO Manager to lead and coordinate security programs for classified and proprietary materials. You will initiate plans, develop SOPs, manage SAPs/SCI, and interface with government agencies.

The role requires TS clearance, DoD policy expertise, and the ability to guide staff and contractors to ensure compliance with National Security Information procedures.