Space Programs CPSO — Security & Compliance Lead

True Anomaly, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/HRA options

Flexible Time Off

PTO up to 25 days

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Sick Leave

401(k)

Fitness reimbursement

Dog Fridays

Equity

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. seeks a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to manage security for programs requiring a SCIF and ensure adherence to NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD directives.

You will oversee security policies, training, and incident response to protect classified information and enable mission-critical space technologies. The role emphasizes collaboration with government security representatives and program managers, onsite decision coordinates, and ongoing compliance across classified

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI US government security clearance with SAP eligibility strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial security or related field, managing security programs for defense contractors.
• Comprehensive understanding of NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD security regulations.
• Proven success in managing SCIF operations and classified contracts.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Active U.S. government security clearance at TS/SCI level or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work under ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal security regulations, including NISPOM, DoD directives, and ICD 705 standards for SCIF management.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and plans across programs.
• SCIF Operations: Manage the certification, accreditation, and physical security of True Anomaly’s SCIF facilities.
• Coordinate inspections with oversight agencies, ensuring compliance with all directives.
• Personnel Security: Oversee personnel security clearance processes, including initial clearances, reinvestigations, and ongoing eligibility reviews.
• Conduct security training and briefings for cleared employees.
• Incident Management: Investigate security violations and report incidents to the appropriate authorities.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent future breaches.
• Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between True Anomaly and government security representatives (e.g., DCSA, SSO).
• Support proposal efforts by ensuring compliance with classified program requirements.
• Classified Program Support: Partner with program managers and engineers to implement security measures that enable mission success.
• Stay informed of emerging security regulations and adapt company policies accordingly.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

SAP eligibility

Industrial security

Defense contracting

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

ITAR compliance

Job description

True Anomaly, Inc. seeks a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to manage security for programs requiring a SCIF and ensure adherence to NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD directives.

You will oversee security policies, training, and incident response to protect classified information and enable mission-critical space technologies. The role emphasizes collaboration with government security representatives and program managers, onsite decision coordinates, and ongoing compliance across classified