# Staff Contractor Program Security Officer (R4898)
**Company:** [Shield AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/shield-ai)
**Location:** Washington, DC
**Salary:** $100K-$150K
**Skills:** Dod Special Access Programs, Dd254, Par (Program Access Request), Sci Nominations, Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sci), Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control Systems, Opsec, P2Ip, Security Classification Guide, Scg
**Posted:** 2026-04-30
> Manages security for DoD special access programs, handling classified material accountability, personnel clearances, briefings, inspections, and physical security systems while interfacing with government agencies. Requires 3-6 years security admin experience and active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
## Job Description
## Responsibilities

### Security Management
- Perform program security administrative tasks, including filing, updating logs/lists, coordinating with internal and external customers, and managing supplies.
- Maintain personnel security records for classified programs.
- Conduct initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.
- Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications.
- Conduct program indoctrination briefings, debriefings, and annual refresher briefings.
- Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments.
- Maintain classified material accountability records, including inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records, and final disposition documentation.
- Possess working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s.
- Implement required security controls as specified in the DD254, Statement of Work (SOW), and Security Classification Guide (SCG).
- Ensure all classified materials are appropriately marked and controlled according to contractual requirements.
- Review operational requirements and system specification documents to address and incorporate applicable security requirements into security processes.
- Interpret and implement security classification guidance.
- Develop and maintain various security artifacts, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), transportation plans, Operations Security (OPSEC) plans, and Program Protection Implementation Plans (P2IPs).
- Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management.
- Attend, support, and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, teleconferences, etc.
- Respond to walk-in customers and provide ad hoc security services as required.
- Maintain formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events.
- Provide assistance for data transfers.

### Physical Security
- Maintain the program's intrusion detection and access control systems.
- Develop and maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including necessary waiver/approval records.
- Triage and respond to nuisance and/or burglary alarms as applicable.
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