KRI Contractor Program Security Officer (CSSO)/FSO

About the Opportunity

The CSSO is responsible for the adherence to all aspects of the Special Access Program (SAP) & Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Compliance Programs as stipulated by DoD 5205.07 and other program security directives.

SAP/SCI Security personnel interface with customers and the government on security requirements for special programs as well as providing guidance and support to employees working on such activities.

As a CSSO, you will use your strong working knowledge of the Special Program Security Core Functional Areas (such as Security Management, Personnel Security, Accountability, Information Security, Physical Security, Access Control, Transmission, Security Education, Contracting, and Guard Force responsibilities) on a regular basis.

Additionally, the CSSO will brief & indoctrinate program personnel on the proper application of security procedures, interpret and provide classification guidance to employees, participate in self-inspections as well as customer reviews, and investigate security incidents. Furthermore, the CSSO will support other security related tasks as assigned by the Special Programs Security Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR
• Advance degree and 3 years of relevant experience 
• Must have or be eligible for obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement, including a polygraph examination upon customer request and must meet eligibility requirements
• Working knowledge of eQIP, DISS, and NISS systems
• Able to communicate and make presentations/updates to senior leadership
• Able to travel up to 5% domestically when circumstances permit.
• Working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), formerly known as DoD 5220.22-M (NISPOM)

Position Type

Information Technology

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.