What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) position at NS2 Mission?
Are you a seasoned security professional with a proven track record in managing classified programs and ensuring compliance within the Intelligence Community (IC)? We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO/FSO) to lead security operations for our key IC customer programs at our Headquarters in Chantilly, VA. In this critical role, you will oversee the security of personnel, information, and facilities, ensuring full compliance with government regulations and industry standards. You will manage SCI and related collateral programs while fostering strong relationships with government customers and internal teams. If you are passionate about safeguarding sensitive information and driving security excellence, we encourage you to join our team and make a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Senior CPSO/FSO, overseeing security operations for Intelligence Community (IC) programs. CPSO experience with NRO is desired.
- Manage and ensure the security of classified programs, including personnel, information, and physical security, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Process and maintain employee clearances, access credentials, visit certifications, badges, document control, briefings, debriefings, security database records, and onboarding processes.
- Collaborate with government customers to obtain necessary accreditations and approvals. Be familiar with processes such as Fixed Facility Checklists, Construction Security Plans, and Tempest Checklists.
- Implement security measures to safeguard personnel, facilities, and information, adhering to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), and other relevant regulations.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with government customers and internal teams, including the SAP NS2 Security Team, to ensure consistent security policies and practices across the organization.
- Lead the preparation and successful completion of security inspections and audits by government agencies.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with government and company security policies, particularly regarding special security programs.
- Provide expert guidance on physical security, industrial security, and contractor clearance processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in CPSO/FSO roles, with a focus on IC and DoD programs.
- Active FSO certification.
- Strong experience in Personnel Security, with expertise in one or more additional security disciplines (Physical, Technical, Cyber, Operational), and a willingness to expand knowledge across all areas.
- Hands-on experience with security databases such as DISS, NBIS, e-QUIP, and Scattered Castles.
- Familiarity with Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and the ability to integrate ICD requirements into a comprehensive security program.
- In-depth knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and ICDs.
- Experience in managing SCIFs/SAPFs and coordinating with government agencies.
- Strong writing skills, including experience developing SOP manuals, procedures, and OPSEC plans.
- Knowledge of COMSEC account management is a plus.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to both executive leadership and technical teams.
Why Join Us?
This is a key leadership role within our organization, where you will have the opportunity to shape and manage critical security operations while working in collaboration with top-tier professionals in the field. If you're an experienced security leader with a strong background in the Intelligence Community and are passionate about security compliance, we encourage you to apply.
Position Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with polygraph
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.
NS2 Mission is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. NS2 Mission is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
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NS2 Mission maintains a drug-free workplace and may perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, where required by contract and permitted by law.
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