Contract Program Security Officer

at  General Atomics and Affiliated Companies

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity as a Security Specialist - Contract Program Security Officer (CPSO) to work out of our GA-ASI office in San Diego, CA (Poway).
Under general direction, this position performs CPSO responsibilities regarding Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or Special Access Programs (SAPs) including day-to-day management of all program security disciplines. The CPSO will be responsible for maintaining and administering all applicable DOD policies and procedures, e.g. NISPOM (‘National Policy’), DoD Security manual and IC Directives. The CPSO will collaborate with the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure proper implementation of National Policy.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and three or more years of professional classified security experience in a corporate or government environment. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to gain and maintain a TS-SCI clearance.
• Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
• Must have a complete understanding of the NISP, NISPOM, NISPOM SUP, DoD Security Manuals, and IC Directives, and working knowledge of established policies, procedures, and practices for safeguarding National Security Information.
• Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
• Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to initiate and plan projects, and analyze and interpret data.
• The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to work extended hours and travel as required

• Analyze, investigate, and participate in the resolution of classified security issues. Coordinate actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
• Administer and coordinate security activities in accordance with company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with National Policy.
• Establish and maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers to ensure compliance with National Policy.
• Develop, review, and implement specialized security programs and procedures for both classified and proprietary materials, documents and equipment (OPSEC).
• Develop, review, and implement DOD classified procedures.
• Serve as the focal point for receiving, processing, distributing, and controlling all classified documentation (hard copy and electronic media) entering or leaving the facility, including electronic data transfer.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate Standard Operating Procedures and Automated Information Systems security plans.
• Prepare, review and process personnel security clearance requests.
• Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken.
• Implement visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with the National Policy.
• Security contact to brief/debrief personnel.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Additional Duties

• Support multiple program locations.
• Liaison with Flight Operations and Program Office.
• Deployment preparation and support, e.g. scheduling and tracking various activities and liaison for external training.
• Access, review and submit clearance/access information using DISS.
• Maintain PERSEC program database in accordance with National Policy.
• Prepare and administer program indoctrination and debriefings. Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership and guidance to employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors on actions(s) to be taken to ensure compliance with the classified security program.
• Prepare and submit status reports to applicable government agencies, with review as appropriate from security management and/or Company management.
• Oversight of SCI/SAPs to include support development, review, and maintenance of program security documentation for SCI/SAP.
• Set up SCIF and/or SAPF in accordance with National Policy (physical security, facility security and access control, network and IT security, cryptography, personnel, etc.).
• Manage the annual inventory of accountable holdings in accordance with the policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and three or more years of professional classified security experience in a corporate or government environment. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to gain and maintain a TS-SCI clearance.
• Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
• Must have a complete understanding of the NISP, NISPOM, NISPOM SUP, DoD Security Manuals, and IC Directives, and working knowledge of established policies, procedures, and practices for safeguarding National Security Information.
• Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
• Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to initiate and plan projects, and analyze and interpret data.
• The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to work extended hours and travel as required.

Salary:$56,820 - $96,015Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? YesClearance Required? Yes Clearance LevelTop Secret WorkstyleOnsit