Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)

We are seeking an experienced Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to join our Corporate Security Office. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with security requirements for Unclassified, Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) efforts. You will oversee physical, technical, and operational security measures while supporting program teams in implementing best practices and risk management methodologies. This position reports directly to the Director of Security and is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Chantilly, VA.What You’ll Do:Serve as a key security advisor, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DoD Information Security Manuals, and DoD SAP Security Manuals.Manage and process DD 254s (DoD Contract Security Classification Specification).Conduct personnel indoctrinations and debriefings for assigned staff.Oversee physical security requirements for SAP Facilities (SAPFs) and SCIFs.Liaise with IC and DoD security counterparts to ensure program compliance.Maintain and update Defense Information System for Security (DISS) or successor databases.Process Visit Authorization Requests (VARs) for employees and new hires.Monitor the security customer service inbox, responding within two (2) business days.Identify and escalate urgent security concerns before employee start dates.Manage physical security programs, including access control and intrusion detection systems.Support security awareness training and education programs to ensure compliance.Conduct annual self-inspections and develop corrective action plans for security compliance.