Senior Program Security Representative (Cyber & Long Range Fires)

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking a Program Security Representative to support a Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Department of War client in Chantilly, VA. The successful candidate will lead cradle-to-grave security support for SCI/SAP and collateral programs across development phases.

The role requires TS clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with program leadership and clients, with potential CI Poly if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required (or 4 additional years of experience).
• 7 years related experience required.
• 5 years of relevant experience supporting OSD organization.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility. Must be willing to sit for a CI Poly, if needed.
• Knowledge of Special Access Program (SAP), and/or collateral programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and be willing to actively communicate with co‑workers, program leadership, and clients, which may involve delivering presentations.

Responsibilities

• Provide multi-discipline security support for SCI, SAP, and collateral programs in one or more projects.
• Offer daily multi-discipline analysis for SCI, SAP, and collateral programs through all development phases.
• Ensure adherence to NISPOM, its Supplement, DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy.
• Develop and execute policies for safeguarding SCI, SAP, and collateral data in support of US military operations.
• Develop OPSEC test plans in coordination with program teams for CONUS and OCONUS operations.
• Provide daily security support, assess procedures, and recommend policy or system improvements.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operations.
• Conduct SAP facility compliance reviews and track corrective actions.
• Investigate loss or compromise of classified information and generate damage assessments.

Skills

Clearance: TS-SCI-SAP

Security awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years experience alternative

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well‑being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking a Program Security Representative to support a Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Department of War client in Chantilly, VA. The highly motivated candidate will be providing leadership and guidance through knowledge, experience, and their ability to effectively provide cradle to grave security support in support of research and development programs within the Department of War.

Responsibilities

• The Program Security Representative’s (PSR) primary function is to provide multi-discipline security support for one or more of the client’s Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP), and/or collateral programs.
• Provide daily multi-discipline analysis for SCI, SAP, and collateral activities for programs in all phases of development from analysis, design, testing & transition.
• Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy.
• Assist in developing and executing approved policies and procedures for safeguarding SCI, SAP, and collateral data in support of US military operations.
• Develop OPSEC test plans in coordination with program teams as appropriate to support both CONUS and OCONUS operations.
• Provide daily security support that includes continuous assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and provide appropriate recommendations for revising and improving security policies, procedures, and systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities.
• Conduct and document SAP facility compliance reviews, follow‑on facility reviews, and facility close‐outs, and monitor, report and track all corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews.
• Conduct exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments resulting from the loss of classified information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required (or 4 additional years of experience).
• 7 years related experience required.
• 5 years of relevant experience supporting OSD organization.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility. Must be willing to sit for a CI Poly, if needed.
• Knowledge of Special Access Program (SAP), and/or collateral programs.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be willing to actively communicate with co‑workers, program leadership, and clients, which may involve delivering presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting RDT&E programs specifically those in the Cyber, Hypersonics, and/or Long Range Fires.
• Military experience a plus.
• Former Navy Program Security Officer experience preferred.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is 150,000-200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation: If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.