Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)

Your Mission

As the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) at True Anomaly, you will play a vital role in maintaining compliance with government security regulations and protecting classified information. You will oversee all aspects of security management for programs requiring a SCIF and ensure adherence to applicable regulations such as the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Your expertise will enable the secure operation of cutting-edge space technologies critical to national defense and security.

Responsibilities

• Security Compliance: 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.
• SCIF Operations: Manage the certification, accreditation, and physical security of True Anomaly’s SCIF facilities.
• Coordinate inspections with oversight agencies, ensuring compliance with all directives.
• Personnel Security: Oversee personnel security clearance processes, including initial clearances, reinvestigations, and ongoing eligibility reviews.
• Conduct security training and briefings for cleared employees.
• Incident Management: Investigate security violations and report incidents to the appropriate authorities.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent future breaches.
• Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between True Anomaly and government security representatives (e.g., DCSA, SSO).
• Support proposal efforts by ensuring compliance with classified program requirements.
• Classified Program Support: 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.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI US government security clearance with SAP eligibility strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 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.
• Proven success in managing SCIF operations and classified contracts.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Active U.S. government security clearance at TS/SCI level or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work under ITAR regulations.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with some or all security functional areas including: industrial security, information security, personnel security, and physical security.
• Experience working with DCSA, SSOs, or other government oversight bodies.
• Familiarity with proposal preparation, pricing strategies, and defense acquisition processes.
• Background in aerospace or defense technology.
• Startup experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $105,000-$150,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Work Location—This is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver (Centennial) or Long Beach, CA office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled.