Contract Program Security Officer Senior - Security

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Manage the certification, accreditation, and physical security of York Space Systems’ SCIF facilities.
• Cookordination inspections with oversight agencies to ensure compliance with directives.
• Assist with personnel security clearance processes, including initial clearances, reinvestigations, and ongoing eligibility reviews.
• Conduct program security training and briefings for cleared employees.
• Investigate security violations and report incidents to the appropriate authorities.
• Develop and implement Security Standard Operating Procedures.
• Serve as the primary liaison between York Space Systems and government program security representatives.
• Support proposal efforts by ensuring compliance with classified program requirements.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS US government security clearance required with SCI eligibility strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 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.
• Prior experience in managing SCIF operations and classified contracts.
• Proven ability to build program-specific security briefings based on Security Classification Guides.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work onsite at our Greenwood Village, CO location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial security, information security, personnel security, and physical security.
• Experience working with DCSA, PSOs, or other government oversight bodies.
• Familiarity with proposal preparation, pricing strategies, and defense acquisition processes.
• Background in aerospace or defense technology, IC preferred.
• Startup experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.