Senior Security Program Lead - Telework Eligible

Space Systems Command; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command in Chantilly, VA seeks a Supervisory Security Specialist to lead security and program protection for complex acquisition programs. The role requires strategic planning, resource management, and cross‑organization partnerships to deliver compliant, efficient security solutions in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will guide policy, manage personnel and resources, and provide trusted senior leadership guidance across government, industry, and oversight bodies,

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Space Force acquisitions programs and security processes.
• Understanding of program planning, budget and financial management cycles and policies.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex facts and develop programming and budgetary strategies.
• Ability to identify problems, develop and implement innovative detailed strategies to resolve a wide range of programming, budgetary, financial and management issues.
• Ability to negotiate resolution of complex budget and financial execution issues.
• Ability to interpret and apply fiscal policy and financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to execute complex projects and/or studies within established time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups within and outside immediate work unit including field-level representatives.
• Ability to advise senior leaders, Program Executive Officers, Program Element Monitors and field-level representatives.

Skills

Space Force acquisitions

Budget/financial management

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Budget negotiation

Fiscal policy compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder relationships

Executive advisement

Job description

Space Systems Command in Chantilly, VA seeks a Supervisory Security Specialist to lead security and program protection for complex acquisition programs. The role requires strategic planning, resource management, and cross‑organization partnerships to deliver compliant, efficient security solutions in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will guide policy, manage personnel and resources, and provide trusted senior leadership guidance across government, industry, and oversight bodies,