JOB DETAILS

Contract Program Security Officer (CPSO)

CompanyASEC
LocationHavelock
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 31, 2026
About The Company
ASEC is an award-winning, 100% employee-owned business specializing in engineering, IT, training, and logistics, ensuring mission success through specialized expertise and cost-effective solutions. Headquartered in Lexington Park, MD, with offices in Jacksonville, FL, and sites nationwide, ASEC supports the defense industry with a commitment to the Warfighter. Our engineering team excels in system design and maintenance for manned and unmanned aircraft. We deliver superior logistics and innovative training, supporting advanced Navy aircraft with custom courseware and hands-on instruction. ASEC also plays a crucial role in test and evaluation, program security, IT, and flight operations, offering comprehensive solutions to meet critical mission demands with precision and efficiency.
About the Role

Description

Location: MCAS Cherry Point, NC

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No - 100% On-Site


As the Contract Program Security Officer, you will support our government customer on-site at MCAS Cherry Point, NC. In this role, you will develop, train, and maintain personnel on facility standard operating procedures (SOP), facility OPSEC plan, Fixed Facility Checklists, and appointment letters. Other responsibilities include:


  • Administering self-inspections for security audits and developing a corrective action plan.
  • Performing duties as the Top-Secret Control Officer, including executing a TS accountability program and submitting inventory reports annually.
  • Establishing and maintaining all office and security documents in accordance with government requirements, and providing weekly updates to the customer.
  • Managing the Program Access Requests process and the preparation of PARs and program indoctrination.
  • Assisting with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) requests, indoctrinations, visits, and training.
  • Maintaining access control rosters.
  • Initiating, processing, and maintaining clearances through DISS, Scattered Castles, and other systems of record.
  • Preparing, transmitting, and maintaining visit certification letters.
  • Coordinate with customer security representatives for processing and maintaining employee clearances.
  • Responsible for document control functions and developing procedures to ensure all materials and media contain proper classification markings, wrapping, and cover sheets, and ensuring the transmission of classified data is done in accordance with security guidelines.
  • Conducting document control functions including entering data in JADE properly, developing and overseeing receipt and dispatch requirements, organizing original and copies of documents, providing document holdings lists, managing and improving SIMS database, and assisting in timely locating documents assigned to others/offices.


The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • 5 years of experience and familiarity serving as a Contractor Program Security Officer, Facility Security Officer, or related relevant experience.
  • 5 years of experience working with the following manuals: NISPOM, DoDM 5105.21, DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, ICD 700 series, RMF/JSIG.
  • Thorough understanding of DD-254 Implementation Requirements.
  • Requires the ability to develop, implement, and maintain a multi-disciplined security program for complex, major acquisition programs.


Equally Important:

  • Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
  • Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
  • Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
  • Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.


Security Clearance Requirement:

  • This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

  • The estimated salary range for this position will be $105,000 - $115,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:


ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!


Why work at ASEC?

  • 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
  • Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
  • 401K match
  • Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
  • Veteran friendly
  • Thriving employee culture
  • Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.

Key Skills
Security administrationNISPOMDoDM 5105.21DoDM 5205.07ICD 700 seriesRMF/JSIGDD-254 implementationPersonnel securityDocument controlDISSScattered CastlesJADESIMS databaseOPSECSecurity auditsCommunication
Categories
Security & SafetyGovernment & Public SectorAdministrative
Benefits
11 Paid holidaysMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceHSAFSADisability insurance401K matchTuition assistanceEmployee discount program
Job Information
๐Ÿ“‹Core Responsibilities
The Contract Program Security Officer will manage facility security procedures, conduct self-inspections, and maintain accountability for classified materials and personnel clearances. They will also coordinate with government customers to ensure compliance with security protocols and manage program access requests.
๐Ÿ“‹Job Type
full time
๐Ÿ’ฐSalary Range
$105,000 - $115,000
๐Ÿ“ŠExperience Level
5-10
๐Ÿ’ผCompany Size
822
๐Ÿ“ŠVisa Sponsorship
No
๐Ÿ’ผLanguage
English
๐ŸขWorking Hours
40 hours
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