Contract Program Security Officer - Clearance Required Job Listing at SAIC in San Diego, CA (Job ID 2505371)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Contract Program Security Officer (CPSO) to oversee and manage the security operations for a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building ICD 705 Physical Security construction designs, as well as expertise in TEMPEST requirements and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Security Management:

• Oversee and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Manage and administer security clearances, briefings, and debriefings.
• Conduct security audits, inspections, and investigations to identify and mitigate potential security risks.

ICD 705 Physical Security:

• Design and implement physical security measures in accordance with ICD 705 standards to safeguard classified information.
• Develop and review construction security plans (CSPs) and manage the accreditation process for SCIFs.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure security requirements are integrated into construction projects.

TEMPEST Compliance:

• Implement and oversee TEMPEST measures to prevent compromising emanations from electronic equipment within the SCIF.
• Conduct TEMPEST testing and assessments to ensure compliance with applicable standards and guidelines.
• Provide recommendations and solutions for TEMPEST vulnerabilities and coordinate corrective actions.

Training and Education:

• Develop and conduct security awareness training for personnel with access to classified information.
• Stay current with emerging security threats, technologies, and best practices to enhance security posture.

Incident Response:

• Respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including law enforcement and intelligence agencies, as necessary.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Information Security, or a related field. Four (4) years of additional experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of ten (10) years related experience in a security role, with a focus on managing classified environments.
• Must possess a current Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing ICD 705 Physical Security construction designs.
• Demonstrated expertise in TEMPEST requirements and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of federal security regulations, including NISPOM, ICDs, and DCIDs.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Ability to travel as required for site visits, inspections, and training.
• Provide support to other security disciplines and sites

Desired Qualifications:

• Relevant security certifications (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Industrial Security Professional (ISP) are highly desirable.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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