Contractor Special Security Officer

Vantor•Westminster, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. Vantor is currently seeking a Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) to join our team in Westminster, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) in support of classified government contracts.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen with active Top Secret clearance and be willing and able to obtain SCI accesses and successfully pass a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph
Demonstrated knowledge of national security policies, to include (but not limited to): ICDs, NISPOM, Executive Orders, customer specific directives and instructions, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.
Experience as an appointed Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO), Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), or Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or three (3) years experience with a Master’s degree; or equivalent work experience.
Familiarity with National Industrial Security System (NISS), Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Scattered Castles, Security information Management System (SIMS) and other security databases.
Understanding of the DD-254 process and management

Nice To Haves

Current/active TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Responsibilities

Implement government security requirements in support of classified and commercial contracts
Engage with the Cognizant Security Authority and the Government Contracting Authority (GCA) to ensure National Security Information is protected in accordance with policy and expectations
Develop and provide oversight for all aspects of program security for collateral and SCI programs
Support Vantor’s overall program security posture to ensure compliance with corporate and government regulations
Implement all aspects of a security program to include DD-254s, Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), security processes, security education and awareness program, etc.
Conduct audits of all contracts to ensure compliance with all security requirements
Safeguard and account for classified materials in accordance with the NISPOM
Submit and track SCI access nominations
Conduct program indoctrination briefings
Process incoming and outgoing classified visit requests
Partner with cross-departmental management to coordinate security initiatives in line with the overall business strategy and an emerging perspective focusing on security