Senior Security Manager – Classified & DoD Programs

Leidos; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Security Manager to provide senior-level security management support for classified government and defense programs. You will oversee security operations, personnel security, physical security, information security, and program security compliance activities supporting mission-critical operations and secure facilities.

This role will serve as a key security advisor to program leadership and government customers while ensuring compliance with federal regulations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree with relevant experience in DoD or IC security programs.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM, ICD standards, and facility security operations.
• Experience managing security compliance, inspections, and incident response.
• Experience in classified and secure facilities environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily security operations for classified government and defense programs.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, NISPOM, ICD directives and customer requirements.
• Manage personnel security activities including clearance processing and access control.
• Oversee physical security, secure facilities operations, and incident response.
• Coordinate information security with cybersecurity and IT teams.
• Develop security documentation and program security plans.
• Provide security training and guidance to program personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Program security

Risk management

Security operations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Security Manager to provide senior-level security management support for classified government and defense programs. You will oversee security operations, personnel security, physical security, information security, and program security compliance activities supporting mission-critical operations and secure facilities.

This role will serve as a key security advisor to program leadership and government customers while ensuring compliance with federal regulations,