Principal Industrial Security Analyst

Arete Associates Inc•Northridge, CA

38d•$90,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. Arete is seeking an experienced Principal Industrial Security Analyst/CPSO. This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring an experienced and knowledgeable security professional to support Special Programs. The Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) is responsible for the execution and sustainment of comprehensive security programs for assigned efforts with contractually mandated security requirements that exceed standard NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) compliance. The CPSO serves as a liaison to government security representatives, ensuring full alignment with DoD policy and directives while maintaining a proactive and audit-ready security posture across all assigned programs. This position is based at our Northridge, CA office and is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship and active Top-Secret clearance required; must be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with polygraph.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in Program Security, Physical Security, and direct support as a CPSO/CSSO, including extensive experience managing Special Access Programs (SAPs) in compliance with DoD, NISPOM, and ICD requirements.
Individual must be reliable, dependable and trustworthy.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical.
Must be able to prioritize assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and work well under deadlines with minimal supervision, often in fast-paced environments requiring quick turnaround.
Proficient in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office Suite, to include: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset is essential.
Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods as part of routine facility inspections and escort duties.
Comfortable working at elevated heights or in construction areas with PPE (e.g., hard hats, gloves, safety glasses).
6-month probationary period may apply.
Must be willing and able to travel (10-15%) as needed for assessments or inspections at other Arete sites.

Nice To Haves

FSO training certificate
COMSEC Custodian certificate or experience required. Complete IAEC-2112 COMSEC Training Course six months after being appointed as Alternate COMSEC Account Manager
Courier preparation procedures
Experience developing and implementing OPSEC plans
Knowledge of Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems
Experience conducting Security incident inquiries
Resourceful in solving problems and capitalizing on opportunities
Professional Certifications/Affiliations

Responsibilities

Serve as the Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) ensuring full compliance with DoD security requirements as outlined in DoDM 5205.07 Volumes.
Interpret and apply policy guidance and security classification guides (SCGs) to ensure continued DoD compliance-driven security practices across all program elements.
As a member of the Security team, you will support all aspects of program security administration, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA), Operations Security (OPSEC), document control/inventories, visitor control, supporting hosted program meetings, etc. in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure timely submission and management of program access requests (PARs), nomination packages, and eligibility actions within DISS and other applicable systems as directed by Program Management.
Conduct indoctrinations, debriefings, and security training for program personnel in accordance with government directives. Accomplish and retain Lead Trainer status.
In coordination with the Contractor Program Security Manager (CPSM) and other security team members review program-specific documentation as required, (e.g., Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC), Emergency Action Plan (EAP), Concept of Operations (ConOps), Media Control Plan, etc.
Prepare for and support government security reviews, inspections, audits, and self-inspections. Implement corrective actions and maintain a state of readiness.
Support secure facility operations in accordance with ICD 705 requirements, including alarm monitoring, guard testing, UL2050 inspections, TEMPEST compliance, etc.
Track and report security incidents, conduct preliminary inquiries, and support investigations in conjunction with the Security Manager and government sponsors.
Assist with the review and approval of technical documents, ensuring proper classification markings and adherence to security classification guidance.
Demonstrate proficiency with/utilize specific databases to determine personnel eligibility to access classified information - DISS, JADE, Enterprise Security Systems (SIMS), and other databases and record-keeping repositories.
Interface with government customers, contractors, employees, and all levels of management.
Responsible for the daily handling of Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and clearance-related data in compliance with the Privacy Act and DoD policies; must demonstrate discretion and sound judgment in the protection and management of sensitive information.
Maintain proficiency and currency in security policy and operational practices through continuous training and engagement with the security community.
Support after-hours and emergency response activities related to alarms or ICD705 construction.
Assist with enforcement of prohibited electronic device (PED) policies and perform entry/exit inspections as required.
Support additional security tasks or projects as assigned by the CPSM.