Executive Contractor Program Security Officer Jobs

Position: Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)
Requisition No. 2026-003
HLM Associates is currently seeking a National Industrial Security Program (NISP) Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) - Mid-Level. This is an immediate hire, full-time position with benefits, competitive salary based on qualifications, and bonus eligible.
The selected candidate will perform Mid-Level CPSO support to HLMA clients operating under NRO-sponsored SCI programs within accredited SCIF environments. This role requires onsite day-to-day support of SCI program and physical security operations.
The individual will interface with Government Program Security Officers (GPSOs) and CORs/COTRs under senior oversight to support both current and new SCI programs while ensuring compliance with:

• NRO security policies and manuals
• Intelligence Community Standards (ICS)
• Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs)
• NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
• IC/DoDM security policies and manuals

• Must currently be eligible for Top Secret / SCI access.
• Must be proactive in providing security solutions and guidance.
• Minimum 3-7 years of applicable CPSO experience supporting the Intelligence Community (IC).

• Support CPSO functions for NRO SCI programs within a client SCIF environment involving ownership of daily security tasks and troubleshooting evolving security requirements.
• Manage SCI access processing, indoctrinations, re-briefings, and debriefings.
• Validate personnel clearance eligibility and investigative requirements prior to nomination.
• Maintain SCI access rosters and program tracking tools.
• Create, prepare, and coordinate DD Form 254s, including subcontractor flow-down requirements.
• Understand and implement classified material control procedures including:
  • Safeguarding
  • Transmission
  • Reproduction
  • Destruction requirements
• Prepare for and support NRO annual inspections and ICD 705 compliance reviews.
• Maintain working knowledge of ICD 705 Tech Specs and ODNI NOTIP requirements.
• Provide program security input to leadership regarding future efforts and changes to program or physical security scope.
• Maintain knowledge and experience utilizing NRO applications and procedures.

• Own and manage administration of the SCIF security program in accordance with NRO security policies and directives.
• Maintain and update required SCIF documentation including:
  • SF 701/702 forms
  • Visitor logs
  • Inspection records
• Assist with annual self-inspections and corrective action tracking in accordance with the NRO Security and Counterintelligence Manual (NSCM) and DNI standards/directives.
• Complete semi-annual IDS inspections to maintain ICD 705 and UL 2050 compliance.
• Maintain working knowledge of Access Control Systems (ACS) and badge/access management software supporting client facilities and SCIFs.
• Conduct SCIF training including:
  • IDS Open/Close procedures
  • End-of-Day inspections
  • Escorting uncleared personnel
  • Cleared visitor procedures
  • Operational Security (OPSEC) training
• Support cleared escort duties and SCIF maintenance scheduling as required.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent applicable experience.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Federal laws
  • Presidential Directives
  • Executive Orders
  • Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs)
  • 32 CFR Part 117 / NISPOM Rule
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple organizations and grade levels.
• Ability to take direction, function independently, and work within team environments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
• No physical or medical limitations related to assigned duties.
• Reliable transportation for client facilities throughout the National Capital Region (NCR).
• Reliable, professional, and capable of delivering quality results with limited supervision.
• Ability to detect, assess, and resolve security-related matters efficiently and timely.

• General understanding of Contractor Use Agreements (CUA) and Joint Use Agreements (JUA).
• Assist with drafting and submitting CUA/JUA documentation.
• Maintain tracking of CUA/JUA approvals and renewals.

• NCMS ISP® Certification preferred.
• Completion of CDSE/STEPP training courses prior to start, including:
  • FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities
  • Establishing an Insider Threat Program
  • Insider Threat Awareness
  • Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Training
  • Cyber Awareness Training
  • NISS External User Training