Lead Specialist 1 - Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)

GE Vernova • Elgin Township, IL

1d • $87,800 - $146,200 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to support classified and Special Access Program (SAP) security operations. The CPSO will report directly to the FSO/CSSO and will be responsible for supporting program security administration, personnel security actions, secure facility oversight, and compliance with applicable U.S. Government, Department of Defense, and customer security requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Experience supporting classified programs in industrial, personnel, program, or special access security
• Experience administering personnel access actions and maintaining related documentation
• Experience supporting secure facility operations and compliance requirements
• Working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
• Familiarity with ICD 705 requirements for secure facilities
• Knowledge of applicable DoD SAP security policies, including: DoDM 5205.07, Volume 1-4
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive information appropriately
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with standard business software and security recordkeeping systems
• Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance required
• Prior experience as a SSO, CSSO, Assistant FSO, or in a related security role
• Experience supporting SAP, SCI, or other controlled-access environments
• Experience supporting accredited secure facility compliance, inspections, and documentation
• Familiarity with customer-specific security guidance and implementing procedures

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day security operations for assigned classified and SAP programs
• Administer personnel security and program access actions in accordance with approved procedures
• Conduct security indoctrinations, debriefings, and recurring security education activities
• Maintain required security records, access documentation, and accountability files
• Support classified document control, handling, storage, transmission, and destruction requirements
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and authorized government representatives on security matters
• Assist with inspections, self-assessments, audits, and corrective actions
• Support oversight and compliance activities for secure work areas and accredited facilities
• Ensure assigned duties are performed in accordance with applicable security requirements and approved internal procedures
• May include other required responsibilities outlined by the FSO

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level