Program Security Representative (PSR) III - Lorton, VA area

Clearance Requirements: Must possess Top Secret/SCI clearance and be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI with a Counterintelligence Polygraph.

About the role

The Program Security Representative provides multi-discipline security support for one or more Special Access Programs (SAPs), including Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and SAP activities. Responsibilities include day-to-day security analysis, policy development, and continuous assessment of procedures to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks. The role involves briefing personnel at all levels, conducting compliance reviews, coordinating investigations, and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to NISPOM, its Supplement, DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy.
• Develop and execute approved policies and procedures for safeguarding SAP, SCI, and collateral data.
• Provide continuous assessment of security procedures and recommend improvements.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities.
• Develop, implement, and train the Operations Security program.
• Provide contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight.
• Brief government and senior civilian personnel on security-related topics.
• Conduct SAP facility compliance reviews, follow-on reviews, and facility close-outs.
• Monitor, report, and track corrective actions from compliance reviews.
• Ensure timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff.
• Conduct inquiries and generate damage assessments for loss or compromise of classified/sensitive information.
• Coordinate with SAP security personnel to incorporate lessons learned into security education and awareness programs.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and oversight of team members.

Requirements

• 10+ years of related security experience.
• 2+ years of SAP experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Education Equivalents

• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) counts toward 3 years of experience.
• Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) counts toward 5 years of experience.
• Maximum equivalent experience for SPSC certifications is no more than 5 years.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to career development.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology access.
• Additional paid vacation and holidays.

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $128,039 – $173,229. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Travel required: 10–25%.
• Work location: Lorton, VA (NCR area).