(DoD SkillBridge), Contract Program Security Officer (CPSO)

L3Harris•Rochester, NY

12h

About The Position

L3Harris’ DoD SkillBridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their DoD SkillBridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission. L3Harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3Harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DOD SKILLBRIDGE JOB OPPORTUNITES YOU MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE U.S. MILITARY WITH 180 DAYS OF SERVICE OR FEWER REMAINING PRIOR TO YOUR DATE OF SEPARATION AND HAVE AT LEAST 180 CONTINUOUS DAYS OF ACTIVE SERVICE . You will be responsible for managing and directing all security related issues associated with the IC & DoD program portfolio at the L3Harris Space & Mission Systems office in Rochester, NY. The CPSO's responsibilities include management and execution of all facility security functions including SCIF operations, personnel security, program support, physical security, document control, badging, and access control. The CPSO implements all requisite national security directives with specific emphasis on NISPOM and other governing directives as applicable. The incumbent is responsible exhibiting the dedication and expectation of excellence required of a seasoned security professional while working and making decisions independently without direct supervision. The CPSO works as a team player, exhibits flexibility, sets priorities, and manages customer expectations in a sometimes fast-paced environment. The CPSO interacts with internal and external customers or Government security officials in performance of security duties. The incumbent is responsible for supporting and enacting all L3Harris corporate policies including the protection of L3Harris' intellectual property.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance required.
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited/approved CSSO course; other professional accreditations and certifications.
Efficient, proactive, responsive team player with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Able to interface effectively with all levels of corporate management and government customers.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience using security management software and applications.
Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and time sensitive deliverables.
Hands on, self-starting, disciplined and detail-oriented individual with ability to work independently in a high-volume environment.
Working knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD's) and supplement Information system security experience.
Experience implementing NISPOM requirements and ICD 705 Standards.
Familiarity with operations of SCIF spaces in the manufacturing/testing realm.
Proficient writing skills that include experience with program protection plans and CONOPs.
Expertise in providing others with direction and guidance on various security projects.

Responsibilities

Incumbent is responsible to the Rochester, NY office relative to execution of responsibilities associated with the position of CPSO specifically, tactical operational control regarding management/operation of secure areas and Program Security Officer responsibilities.
Administer, address, and complete personnel security requirements with employees regarding security issues, CONOP writing, program protection plans, program access briefings, and clearance/access maintenance for briefed employees.
Administer and track requisite annual training, escort training, initial security clearance briefing, and security debriefing for all cleared employees.
Ensure all required security support for IC and DoD level programs, and manage operations of SCIFs in accordance with governing directives and program specific guidance.
Responsible for ensuring the formulation, establishment and execution of security policy, procedures, and protocols pertinent to the facility consistent with National Industrial Security Program requirements.
Analyze and investigate security incidents and violations; prepare internal and external customer reports.
Responsible for effective communications regarding security by interfacing with or liaising with external customers (Government, Associate Contractors, Subcontractors, former employees,) and internal L3Harris organizations.
Guard/alarm interface; liaison with alarm monitoring facility to ensure security of controlled/secure areas in accordance with government requirements.
Physical security duties include, but are not limited to, combinations, access control systems, alarm accesses, secure area modifications and buildouts.
Manage and handle incoming and outgoing classified material, destruction and other such accountable items.
Prepare and participate in IC community Security Assessments.
Manage visit requests to secure areas.
Create and/or maintain continuity books and procedures for multiple security functions.
Prepare and update Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs) and other documents in accordance with customer guidelines.
Responsible for adhering to L3Harris corporate policies on protecting intellectual property, PII protection, Insider Threat, and other such policies.