Senior CPSO - Space SAP/SCI Program Security Lead

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Senior Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to own day-to-day security for SAP, SCI, and collateral contracts with significant requirements. You will interface with government Program Security Officers and collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, and the Facility Security Officer.

This is a senior individual-contributor role; you will stand up and run program security for a growing portfolio, write procedures, prepare for inspections, and provide

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with active DoD TS clearance and SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in security management, criminal justice, or related field, or equivalent.
• 10+ years in industrial/program security, with ≥5 years as CPSO/CSSO for SAP/SCI programs.
• Working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoDM 5205.07, ICD 704/705, and classification practices.
• Clear written and verbal communication with engineers, leadership, and government officers.
• Ability to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CPSO (and CSSO as assigned) for SAP/SCI and multi-level programs; ensure contract DD Form 254 compliance.
• Liaise with U.S. Government Program Security Officers, DCSA, and customer security offices on access and inspections.
• Process PARs, SCI nominations, and access determinations; maintain security records in DISS/NBIS/JADE.
• Prepare and maintain DD Form 254s; ensure flow-down of classification with teammates and suppliers.
• Develop security documentation: SOPs, Program Protection Plans, OPSEC, and classification guidance.
• Manage classified material accountability; ensure marking and control meet contract requirements.
• Lead internal self-inspections; prepare for Staff Assistance Visits and assessments; close findings with corrective actions.
• Coordinate with FSO on SCIF/SAPF operations, ICD 705 accreditation, TEMPEST, and closed-area procedures.
• Coordinate with ISSO/ISSM on RMF requirements and with COMSEC on keying material.
• Support manufacturing, test, and operations CONOPs as Impulse Space grows.
• Travel as required to customer sites and partner facilities.

Skills

Security management

Written communications

Verbal communication

On-site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in security management or related field

Tools

DISS

NBIS

JADE

Job description

Impulse Space is seeking a Senior Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to own day-to-day security for SAP, SCI, and collateral contracts with significant requirements. You will interface with government Program Security Officers and collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, and the Facility Security Officer.

This is a senior individual-contributor role; you will stand up and run program security for a growing portfolio, write procedures, prepare for inspections, and provide