Program Security Officer
Peraton
- Agency: Peraton
- Location: Layton, UT
- Salary: $66K - $106K
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-08-26
Job Description
Responsibilities
Peraton is looking for a dynamic, well organized, and highly motivated individual with prior relevant experience to serve as the Program Security Officer to ensure full-scope program support and compliance in Layton, UT. The FSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
Provide oversight of the processing of new employee security clearances including tracking within Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
Oversight and administration for a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared employees to include conducting Initial Security Briefings, Security Classification Program Briefings, Refresher Training, and Debriefings
Conduct periodic Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other government agency self-inspections on the security posture of the company to determine performance and cost effectiveness and advise management of any deficiencies and recommendations
Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors, and provide guidance and assistance to project managers and staff in meeting security requirements
Maintain all security documentation and files accurately for document control, visitor control, and personnel security using SIMS and in accordance with requirements
Responsible for the preparation, management, and interfacing with DCSA
Knowledge of Communication Security (COMSEC) and of COMSEC Account Custodian of keying material for communication devices to include the use of DIAS is a plus
Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken
Qualifications
Requires 5+ years of experience with a BA degree.
9+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Required:
Top Secret clearance
Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC.
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data.
The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
Must be able to work independently and in a team.
Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum
Industrial Security Professional (ISP®) Certification a plus.
SIMS database experience preferred.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit
peraton.com
to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Peraton is looking for a dynamic, well organized, and highly motivated individual with prior relevant experience to serve as the Program Security Officer to ensure full-scope program support and compliance in Layton, UT. The FSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
Provide oversight of the processing of new employee security clearances including tracking within Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
Oversight and administration for a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared employees to include conducting Initial Security Briefings, Security Classification Program Briefings, Refresher Training, and Debriefings
Conduct periodic Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other government agency self-inspections on the security posture of the company to determine performance and cost effectiveness and advise management of any deficiencies and recommendations
Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors, and provide guidance and assistance to project managers and staff in meeting security requirements
Maintain all security documentation and files accurately for document control, visitor control, and personnel security using SIMS and in accordance with requirements
Responsible for the preparation, management, and interfacing with DCSA
Knowledge of Communication Security (COMSEC) and of COMSEC Account Custodian of keying material for communication devices to include the use of DIAS is a plus
Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken
Minimum Qualifications
Requires 5+ years of experience with a BA degree. 9+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Required: Top Secret clearance Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training. Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC. Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems. Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills. The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data. The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation. Must be able to work independently and in a team. Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum Industrial Security Professional (ISP®) Certification a plus. SIMS database experience preferred.
Requirements
Requires 5+ years of experience with a BA degree.
9+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Required:
Top Secret clearance
Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC.
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data.
The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
Must be able to work independently and in a team.
Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum
Industrial Security Professional (ISP®) Certification a plus.
SIMS database experience preferred.
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