Program Security Officer

Who We Are

SAIC Security professionals support a collective of over 24,000 employees extending across 20 countries. Our employees are our core, bolstered by 15,000 clearances, working across numerous classified and unclassified locations. We are the industry's most agile and committed security experts, unwavering in our mission to make our nation and world safer for all. We pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace environment that encourages proactive thinking and fosters strong internal collaborations. Our dedication is deeply rooted in the professional growth of our team through comprehensive upskilling programs, targeted training initiatives, and consistent mentoring opportunities, all designed to nurture a diverse pool of talent. Additionally, we maintain an active presence in the security community, positioning ourselves as visible and influential thought leaders who shape industry standards and best practices.

What We Do

We empower the future of government by strategically aligning our comprehensive security services with our clients’ business objectives. Our offerings encompass a full spectrum of security functions, including business group support, personnel security, information assurance, counterintelligence, physical security, crisis management, international security, and more. Our robust internal processes, from security awareness training to internal audits and data analytics, ensure we maintain an edge in compliance and risk mitigation. We are not just a security company; we are enablers of profitable growth, proactive partners to business groups, inspirers of people, and champions of efficiency and agility. Our approach is holistic—we grow, develop, diversify, and retain talent while ensuring the utmost security and compliance. We are visible thought leaders and proactive educators, committed to executing with precision and speed, underscoring our reputation as a security powerhouse driving the future of government operations.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all security aspects for multiple programs, including implementing physical, program, facility and information security requirements to ensure compliance with NISPOM, DCIDs, ICDs, federal security regulations and information security requirements.
• Develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified materials, documents, and equipment.
• Develop, write and review security documentation and provide guidance and assistance for all security levels including collateral and SCI information.
• Investigate and manage security incidents and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
• Conduct SCI Indoctrination briefings and educational training for new and current employees and coordinate security debriefings as necessary;
• Conduct candidate prescreen interviews and serve as an integral participant in the recruiting process.
• Responsible for SCIFs and may be required to respond to after-hours alarms.
• Support other facility security items as necessary.
• Provide proposal support, as needed to include writing Security Volumes (Prior experience authoring security volumes is a plus).
• Be an active member of the security team.
• Assist with preparing clearance request packages.
• Other Security duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Typical Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be used in lieu of degree.
• Position requires an active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance.
• Candidate should have excellent communication, judgment and decision making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and identify solutions.
• Working knowledge of the NISPOM, DCIDS, ICDs, and Executive Orders, to ensure security compliance.
• Previous security experience with the Intelligence Community.
• Knowledge of the various security disciplines such as physical security, personnel security, information system security and industrial security to determine, apply, and monitor appropriate security requirements for assigned programs.
• Must be willing to be available 24/7 for on-call duties to uphold our commitment to continuous operational readiness, which includes providing SAIC a mechanism for which to contact you. In addition, must be willing to provide on-site support commensurate with the amount of classified duties as assigned.

Pay

The target salary range for this position is $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.