Space Security Operations Lead (ASR/CSSO)

SAIC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in El Segundo, CA is seeking an experienced Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) or Activity Security Representative (ASR) to manage personnel security for high-priority space programs. You will handle visits, access controls, security plans, and incident investigations across SCI/SAP environments.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 10+ years of related experience (or 14 years in lieu), plus 8+ years of military service, and deep knowledge of NISPOM/ICD guidance, DD-254

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years related experience (additional 4 years will be accepted in lieu of degree).
• 8+ years of applicable military service.
• Knowledge of NISPOM/ICD with ICD 705 series, DoD 5205.07 series, EO, etc.
• Experience in managing DD-254s for Government missions.
• Expertise with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience utilizing customer databases such as DISS/JADE/SIMs.

Responsibilities

• Support PERSEC operations for SCI/SAP activities.
• Security management and operations to protect classified programs.
• Visitor control: manage Visit Authorization Requests for Govt/Military/Industry personnel.
• Access control: operate systems for unclassified and classified spaces.
• Assist with security plans and procedures across Personnel/Information/Physical Security, COMSEC, and Program Security.
• Maintain accountability of controlled documents and media.
• Present Security Awareness Training and Education briefings.
• Investigate security incidents and prepare investigative reports with corrective actions.

Skills

NISPOM/ICD knowledge

DD-254 management

MS Office proficiency

DISS/JADE/SIMs experience

Education

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

SAIC in El Segundo, CA is seeking an experienced Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) or Activity Security Representative (ASR) to manage personnel security for high-priority space programs. You will handle visits, access controls, security plans, and incident investigations across SCI/SAP environments.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 10+ years of related experience (or 14 years in lieu), plus 8+ years of military service, and deep knowledge of NISPOM/ICD guidance, DD-254