Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)

STR•Woburn, MA

19h•$152,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

STR is seeking an experienced Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) to lead a Department of War (DoW) Special Access Program (SAP) portfolio at its Woburn, Massachusetts facility. The role primarily manages one DoW SAP customer and collaborates with security management, program management, program personnel, and customer security to ensure compliance with U.S. Government directives, regulations, and requirements. There may be potential future direct reports. The CSSO maintains security and compliance across multiple SAP programs, serves as the primary liaison for SAP security requirements, leads inspections and assessments, and develops and administers program security policies and documentation. The position also oversees classified material accountability, supports security briefings and incident response, and coordinates with program and security disciplines. This is a full-time, onsite position in Woburn, MA. The role requires an active Top Secret clearance with SAP/SCI eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government. Occasional travel of approximately 5–10% may be required. The listed full-time salary range is $152,000 to $175,000, with offers based on factors including experience, education, training, skills, clearances, and market and business conditions.

Requirements

Active Top Secret security clearance with SAP/SCI eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government.
At least 7 years of experience as a security representative with SAP/SCI security compliance.
Demonstrated knowledge of NISPOM, ICD 705, DoDM 5205.07, FOCI, ITAR, and relevant standards.
Proficiency with MS Office, DISS, JADE, SIMS, TALON, and NISS.
Experience interpreting and implementing security classifications and contracts, and handling incident response and mitigation.
Successful completion of CDSE’s “Intro to SAPs.”
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to manage sensitive and complex communications discreetly and diplomatically.
Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout the facility for audits and inspections.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant security experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain security posture and compliance for multiple SAP programs in accordance with DoDM 5205.07, ICD 705, and applicable IC/DoD security policies.
Serve as the primary liaison for SAP program security requirements and provide customer service to internal and external customers.
Coordinate routinely with the Program Manager and security disciplines, including Personnel Security, ACSSOs, Classified Cybersecurity, Classified Information Technology, and the Facility Security Officer.
Lead Government compliance inspections and self-inspections, support staff assistance visits, and manage external and internal program security assessments.
Develop, review, and implement security policies, Standard Operating Procedures, Program Protection (P2), and OPSEC and transportation plans.
Oversee document control and classified material accountability, including serving as a SAP Accountability Officer.
Write, interpret, and administer DD254s and supporting documentation.
Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are incorporated into security processes.
Interpret and implement security classification guidance for each program.
Conduct inquiries into security incidents and implement corrective actions.
Attend and participate in security and program meetings.
Develop and conduct initial and refresher program security briefings, debriefings, and foreign travel briefings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.