Senior Technical Program Manager, US Federal Compliance and FSO

About the role

Nutanix, Inc. is seeking a senior-level Technical Program Manager, US Federal Compliance and FSO to lead our National Industrial Security Program and serve as a strategic partner for our evolving U.S. Federal business.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Nutanix FSO of record and primary liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).
• Administer and modernize all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) compliance (32 CFR Part 117), SEADs, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and related Nutanix policies.
• Lead US government and internal assessments, including audits, internal self-inspections, and continuous DCSA readiness.
• Ensure ongoing program compliance and operations for KMP, ITPSO, program contributors, and Insider Threat Working Group.
• Collaborate with designated Nutanix personnel to ensure that required programs are continually surveilled and maintained in accordance with NISPOM requirements.
• Manage DD254s and subcontractor/partner security requirements.
• Administer DISS, NISS, NBIS, Scattered Castles, and personnel security workflows.
• FOCI Mitigation & Governance Lead: Company efforts to maintain ongoing operations to prevent, detect, and mitigate Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI); Manage Nutanix’s Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation agreement under a Special Board Resolution (SBR); Serve as primary industrial security advisor to the Board of Directors; Prepare Board materials, maintain minutes, and coordinate annual certifications; Ensure ongoing Board compliance with SBR obligations and required reporting.
• Personnel Security (PERSEC): Oversee end-to-end clearance lifecycle, including SF-86 reviews, adjudication, indoctrination, and debriefs; Manage PERSEC requirements established by DoD, IC, and other government stakeholders; Communicate notifications and updates to PERSEC requirements to impacted internal stakeholders and manage any operational changes these require.
• Security Education & Awareness: Develop and deliver Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) programs including FOCI-specific training and Electronic Communications Plan (ECP) briefings; Provide tailored training for employees, executives, and program teams participating or supporting the NISP program.
• US Federal Business Enablement: Partner with Federal Sales, Legal, Security, and Compliance teams to embed security early in capture and proposal cycles; Develop compelling security narratives for proposals and customer briefings; Shape compliance matrices, win themes, and customer-aligned security messaging; Provide guidance on FCL timelines, cleared staffing strategies, and security expectations; Assess competitor security posture and articulate Nutanix’s differentiators.
• Program Delivery & Execution: Ensure Day-1 classified program readiness, including access, onboarding, facility preparation, and secure operations; Partner with Security, Legal, Compliance, and Information Technology system owners to align information security, product security, and cross-functional initiatives with NISPOM requirements; Set and deliver policy and system-based requirements to inform information owners and facilitate the classification and safeguarding of in-scope data, and ongoing program compliance.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI (Polygraph required or ability to obtain immediately).
• 7–10+ years leading industrial security programs (FSO, AFSO, Director Level Security Leader or CPSO/CISO with oversight of a NISP program).
• Deep knowledge of NISPOM, SEADs, ICD 704/705, ITP management, DD254 administration and DCSA assessments.
• Direct experience with security incident response program operations and reporting requirements aligned to regulation.
• Proven experience managing FOCI mitigation, specifically a Special Board Resolution.
• Extensive experience with DISS, NISS, NBIS, Scattered Castles.
• Demonstrated ability to scope, lead, and operationalize large, scalable east-west compliance programs.
• Exceptional communication, writing, briefing, and executive-level engagement skills.
• Completion of FSO Program Management training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, IC, or national security customers.
• Familiarity with CMMC, DFARS 7012/7019/7020, Zero Trust, and CUI requirements.
• Familiarity with trade compliance and export control programs for technology vendors.
• Background in information security, IT systems implementation, secure engineering/development, and sensitive program operations.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment.

Skills

• Strong understanding of NISPOM, SEADs, ICD 704/705, and related policies.
• Expertise in security incident response and compliance management.
• Proven experience in managing FOCI mitigation and compliance programs.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Benefits

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $ 182,400 and USD $ 364,800 per year. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave).