Program Security Officer (PSO)

Astrion$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field, or 4 years equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of experience as Program Security Officer, ISSO, or in a similar role.
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Security+ CE or equivalent IAT Level II certification per DoD 8140.
  • Familiarity with COMSEC and Secure Voice duties (preferred).
  • Experience in OPSEC, Program Protection, Personnel Security, and Classification Management (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain tailored security programs for program classification levels.
  • Oversee physical, personnel, and information security for BGIF and tenant organizations.
  • Conduct periodic security reviews, self-inspections, and compliance audits.
  • Deliver security education, briefings, and refresher training.
  • Provide guidance for account creation, access control, and troubleshooting for NIPRNet and SIPRNet users.
  • Manage IT equipment inventory per base policy as IT Equipment Custodian.
  • Maintain accountability records and perform inspections for COMSEC and secure communications.

Benefits

  • Work in a key facility within the U.S. Space Force.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge space security initiatives.
  • Exposure to diverse security functions including COMSEC and OPSEC.
  • Opportunities for ongoing education and training in security practices.
Full Job Description
Overview

Program Security Officer (PSO)Organization: U.S. Space Force – Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Sensing (SN) DirectorateLocation: Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF), Boulder, COSalary Range: Estimated $100,000 +annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

Clearance: Active Secret / SCI Eligible

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • Bachelors degree in engineering, technical field, or equivalent (4 years experience may substitute for degree).

  • 4+ years experience as a Program Security Officer, ISSO, or equivalent role.

  • Active Top Secret (SCI eligible).

  • Security+ CE (or equivalent IAT Level II certification per DoD 8140).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • Familiarity with COMSEC and Secure Voice Responsible Officer duties.

  • Experience with OPSEC, Program Protection, Personnel Security, Classification Management, and Security Training.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Security Program Management

  • Develop, implement, and maintain security programs tailored to program classification levels.

  • Oversee physical, personnel, and information security for BGIF and all tenant organizations.

  • Conduct periodic security reviews, self-inspections, and compliance audits.

  • Deliver security education, briefings, and refresher training.

Information Systems & IT Asset Security

  • Provide guidance and oversight for NIPRNet and SIPRNet usersaccount creation, access control, troubleshooting.

  • Serve as IT Equipment Custodian: manage inventory, requests, and turn-in in compliance with base policy.

  • Participate in site surveys to review IT security implications for projects and equipment moves.

COMSEC & Secure Communications

  • Serve as local COMSEC & Secure Voice Responsible Officer.

  • Maintain accountability records, SOPs, and emergency plans; perform inspections and key material management.

Cybersecurity & Data Protection

  • Support account management across system enclaves, ensuring all required agreements, training, and documentation are current.

  • Act as Data Transfer Agentmanage removable media controls, logs, and authorized user lists.

  • Monitor and enforce TEMPEST/EMSEC compliance and documentation.

Threat & Incident Response

  • Contribute to Insider Threat Program monitoring and training.

  • Lead investigations into security incidents, draft reports, and coordinate with appropriate authorities.

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