CPSO), III

RAND•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Contractor Special Security Officer/Contractor Program Security Officer (CSSO/CPSO), III works under minimal guidance and direction from the Manager, Special Programs. This position independently interacts with FFRDC leadership teams to develop and coordinate SCI and/or SAP efforts. The role requires a team player who exhibits flexibility, manages priorities, and meets customer expectations in a fast-paced environment. This position has oversight and manages the day-to-day operation of the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and SAP Facilities (SAPF). The CSSO/CPSO, III interacts with internal and external customers or government security officials, building strong professional relationships. Key responsibilities include preparing and conducting a variety of security briefings, implementing security plans, maintaining security files, and conducting self-inspections. This position may also act as the operational team lead, providing on-the-job training to other security program staff.

Requirements

Strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn new computer applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to security - creating and delivering the highest value to customers.
Knowledge of applicable Department of Defense Directives including DoD Manual 5105.21 (SCI) series, 32 CFR Part 117, SEADs, ICDs and other appropriate regulations.
Experience dealing with US Air Force, US Army and Intelligence Community customers.
Experience creating and conducting initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings and refresher briefings, as appropriate.
Resourceful in solving problems and capitalizing on opportunities.
Ability to interpret company and government security policies and apply them to program operations.
Must have discretion and proven customer service skills.
Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
Thorough understanding and working experience with government and corporate security databases such as NISS, DISS, eQIP and SIMS.
Membership in professional groups such as ISWG, CSSWG, CAISSWG, etc.
Completion of CSSO and/or ICD 705 SCIF accreditation course.
Experience drafting co-use and joint-use agreements and MOUs/MOAs for shared space.
Must be able to pass a background check.
With a BS/BA degree, at least 6 years of experience in industrial security is required.
Without a BS/BA degree, at least 10 years of experience in industrial security is required.
High school diploma or GED is required.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to U.S. government classified information.

Nice To Haves

SAP Security Training online course in CDSE.
Experience as a COMSEC Custodian.
BS/BA degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts periodic self-inspections and security incident investigations; document results and corrective actions taken.
Prepare documentation to request SCI and SAP access and maintain access records.
Brief and indoctrinate personnel on the proper application of security procedures, interpret and provide classification guidance to employees.
Manage the Corporate Portfolio Program and liaison with government sponsors and DODSAPCO.
Participate in government agency audits/assessments/reviews and implement corrective actions.
Investigate security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive actions.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with multiple DoD, Intelligence Community, Contracting Officer Representatives (COR), etc.
Ensure the implementation of required security measures to maintain a SCIF and possibly SAPFs in accordance with applicable Intelligence Community Directives, Department of Defense 5205.7 Volumes 1-4 SAP Security Manual, the 32 CFR Part 117, other applicable government regulations, and local RAND procedures.
Develop and implement security procedures and coordinate revisions or updates as necessary.
Ensure compliance of daily operations with security policies, standards, and measures necessary for meeting security regulation requirements to ensure the protection of classified information.
Act as lead advocate for the security program using sound communication expertise and work with other managers to accomplish missions.
Provide guidance to lower level employees regarding matters of program security to include classification determination.
Responsible for maintaining document control on those items that require accountability; perform classified destruction functions, including logging classified materials in/out, preparing receipts as appropriate and annotating in database.
Review of classified documents and ensure material is properly marked, stored, received and transmitted.
Responsible for preparing courier documentation.
Perform duties as Removable Media Custodian (RMC).
Receive SCI clearances and facilitate clearance passing through SCI sponsors; serve as a liaison to facilitate visits with other industry and government sponsors as needed.
Participate and facilitate in meetings held in the SCIF.
Act as a primary contact – in a non-technical role – with the functioning of the Joint Worldwide Information Communications System (JWICS), and Multiuser Stand-Alone (MUSA), CV2, AF7, etc. and submit trouble tickets, as needed.
Work with research staff with general questions pertaining to network systems.
May perform COMSEC duties.
Prepare security reports as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.