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Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer

KBR, Inc.
Beavercreek, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jul 2026

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Title:

Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer

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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR Wyle Services, LLC. is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and customer-focused Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) – Lead Specialist to join our growing Security organization in Beavercreek, OH.

The ACSSO will support the management and implementation of the security programs for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) in accordance with DoDM 5205.07, ICD 705, and related Intelligence Community (IC) standards. This role ensures compliance with U.S. Government security directives, oversees secure facility processes, procedures, and accreditation.  Provides security guidance to employees, customers, leadership and other program stakeholders.  The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal direction. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results without constant oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work in coordination with the Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) in the execution and support of security programs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements.
  • Serve as the alternate security official for SAP and SCI programs.
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SCIF/SAPF operations.
  • Ensure compliance with ICD 705 Technical Specifications for facility construction and accreditation.
  • Provide necessary support to Information Assurance team in the implementation and maintenance of classified information systems accredited under the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Support the execution and implementation of physical security program, including alarm systems, access controls, and TEMPEST compliance.
  • Conduct self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, and corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with Cognizant Authorities (CA) Special Security Officer (SSO) and Program Security Officers (PSO) for facility accreditation and security audits.
  • Certify SAP and SCI accesses for visitors and subcontractors.
  • Build/implement Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) programs tailored to SAP/SCI requirements.
  • Assist in the development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs), OPSEC Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Maintain visitor control and access records for SCIF/SAPF.
  • Assist with personnel security actions, including indoctrinations and debriefings.
  • Monitor foreign travel, annual training requirements, and other reportable requirements.
  • Develop, maintain, and administer Operations Security by identifying critical information, analyzing threats and vulnerabilities, assessing risks, and applying appropriate mitigation methods
  • Establish and oversee a classified material control program for SCI/SAP
  • Conduct, at a minimum, annual inventory of accountable classified material, if required
  • Establish written procedures, as well as, monitors procedures for reproduction and destruction
  • Establish and oversees specialized procedures for transmission of SCI/SAP materials
  • Provide detailed courier instructions
  • Interpret and implement security classification guidance

Work Environment:

  • Location: On-site
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Must be willing to take a Counterintelligence Polygraph and submit to drug testing.
  • Minimum 4-8 years of relevant experience in DoD, IC, or industrial security. Relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of education.
  • Ability to int

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