Contractor Program Security Officer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring a qualified security professional in support of multiple special access programs. The Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) is responsible for the management, direction, administration and development of security programs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements in excess of normal National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements. The CPSO is the primary interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements. The CPSO will complete the PAR process, prepare for inspections, process visit requests, conduct security briefings, refreshers and debriefings, maintain access rosters, classified mail, and IDS/access management systems and perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Management:
• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties i.e. filing, updating logs/lists, supplies, coordination with internal and external customers
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR/SCI related programs to include the use of SIMS, DISS, and Scattered Castles.
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation
• Working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in the development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Develop and maintain the program's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Attend, support and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc
• Respond to walk-in customers and perform ad hoc security services as required.
• Physical Security:
• Maintain the program’s access control system
• Develop/maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records.
• Security Education & Training:
• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline, or equivalent education and work experience
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
• Willing to work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment in a variety of program areas

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledgeable of the DoD SAP Manuals Vol 1-4
• SCI Access is preferred
• Willing to travel on company business (approximately 25%)
• At least two years of experience as Program Security Officer, Assistant Contractor Program Security Officer or as a Contractor Program Security Officer

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in all offers and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, employee life and disability, mental health and family planning be