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CACI

Program Security Manager/FSO

Aurora, CO · On-site

$131K - $159K/yr

Program Security Manager/FSO Job Category: Security Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of ...

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Gusto, Inc.

Security Technical Program Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$138K - $156K/yr

As the Security TPM, you'll own the definition and delivery of Gusto's vulnerability management and security operations programs across Security, AIT, R&D, Infrastructure, GRC, and Risk. You'll drive ...

Gusto, Inc.

Security Technical Program Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$132K - $161K/yr

The vulnerability management and security operations programs sit right at the intersection of security engineering, infrastructure, and GRC, and they're foundational to how Gusto scales its AI ...

Loft Federal

Program Manager

Golden, CO · On-site

This role will help manage day-to-day program execution for government and national security customers. The Program Manager will work closely with Federal leadership, senior program managers ...

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How much do security program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for security program manager in Lafayette, CO is $155,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,300.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a security program manager?

A Security Program Manager (SPM) oversees an organization's security initiatives, ensuring they align with business objectives and compliance requirements. They coordinate security programs, manage risks, and implement policies to protect assets, data, and infrastructure. SPMs work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, and leadership, to enhance security posture. Their role involves assessing threats, driving security awareness, and managing security projects efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a security program manager?

To thrive as a Security Program Manager, you need a solid background in information security, risk management, and project management, typically bolstered by a relevant degree and experience in security operations. Experience with security frameworks (like NIST or ISO 27001), tools such as SIEM platforms, and certifications like CISSP or PMP are highly valued. Excellent cross-functional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you coordinate teams and drive initiatives forward. These capabilities are crucial to effectively lead security programs, mitigate risks, and ensure organizational compliance in a dynamic threat landscape.

What are some typical challenges faced by security program managers, and how are they addressed?

Security Program Managers often face challenges such as balancing evolving cybersecurity threats with business objectives, managing cross-departmental initiatives, and ensuring ongoing compliance with industry standards. Success in this role typically involves continuous learning to stay ahead of threat trends, fostering collaboration among IT, compliance, and executive stakeholders, and implementing clear processes for incident response and policy enforcement. Program Managers regularly review and adjust security strategies, conduct gap analyses, and ensure team alignment through effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain robust security postures while enabling organizations to achieve their goals.

What cities near Lafayette, CO are hiring for Security Program Manager jobs?

Cities near Lafayette, CO with the most Security Program Manager job openings:

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Infographic showing various Security Program Manager job openings in Lafayette, CO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $155,150 per year, or $74.6 per hour.

Security Program Manager - CO with Security Clearance

Aurora, CO • On-site

Patriot Group International, Inc.
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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$131K - $159K/yr

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Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time / 24 month contract, Exempt Clearance: Top Secret Shift: 40 hours, M-F Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 Patriot Group International LLC. (PGI), voted #1 Best Place to Work by Virginia Business Magazine and the Best Companies Group, offers an unrivaled hybrid of specialized services by combining security and risk management disciplines with a special operations and intelligence perspective. PGI is recruiting for a full-time Security Program Manager (Contractor) positionbased in the Aurora, CO area. This position is scheduled for a minimum of 24 months. This position reports to the PGI Senior Security Program Manager. You will be responsible for overseeing physical security design and installation of security features and systems including Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Camera Surveillance, Passive and Active Barriers, and other security features and capabilities consistent with our customers' security standards and public sector requirements. The position will perform security program management in support of new data centers, support facilities, data center expansions, and special security programs and projects. This position will take direction from the customer's Cluster Senior Program Manager Team Lead. You will work independently to support the design and deployment of physical security packages and security program enhancements for our customers data centers and supporting facilities. Additionally, you will work across multiple organizations and serve as the subject matter expert to author security design and security installation contract oversight. You will manage multiple projects simultaneously. This is an on-site role with occasional remote work opportunities. The Security Program Manager (SPM) will be responsible for the following: * Lead physical security design and system installation for new data centers, data center expansions and special projects.
* Provide physical security project lifecycle management including specifications, drawings, code compliance, vendor management, budget, change orders, and close-out documentation.
* Manage contract execution, QA/QC, and support processes.
* Representative for physical security team acceptance, sign-off, and operational readiness validation for high security facilities in conjunction with other customer teams.
* Reporting performance metrics such as physical security system installation vendor service delivery performance, post installation defect rates, physical security program analysis, etc.
* Collaborate across teams to drive security projects.
* Provide weekly project updates to the customer Security Program Manager Team Lead
* Other duties as required. Required Qualifications: * 5+ years of project management, construction management, or equivalent military experience. * Familiar with project management, design, and construction software. * Proficient understanding of construction plans, elevations, and other design and construction artifacts for architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and telecommunications plans. * Demonstrated ability to quickly learn complex systems. * Excellent writing and presentation skills. * Position requires occasional travel to customer facilities within a 50-mile radius of the assigned site. * Must be a U.S. Citizen. * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and periodic random drug screening, as well as a background check. * Security Clearance: US Government issued Top Secret clearance (No polygraph required) Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management or related field.
* 5+ years experience working with physical security design and/or implementation of electronic security systems such as Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, and CCTV Surveillance systems. Familiarity with security in-depth strategies. * 2+ years of experience in program or project management, leading both technical and non-technical teams focusing on physical security standards and designs. * Experience with and/or certification with Lenel Access Control Systems. * Training and experience with Axis cameras.
* Experience with and/or certification with Milestone VMS.
* Training and experience with Traka key management systems. * Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification. * Experience with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and BlueBeam Revu. * Former or transitioning Military Officers (O-3+), Non-Commissioned Officers (E-7+), and Warrant Officers (CW2+) are encouraged to apply. Physical Requirements: * This position requires lifting, standing, walking, sitting, bending throughout the workday.
* Occasional travel to construction sites that require the donning of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Patriot Group International LLC. is a global mission support service provider with expeditionary capabilities, providing services to select clients within the intelligence, defense, and private sectors. PGI is a veteran-owned and operated company with experience performing in over 50 countries including austere and high-threat environments. DISCLAIMER: Patriot Group International LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran Disability. PGI provides equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. PGI maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact us on our home page. http://patriotgroupinternational.com/

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