Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Contractor Program Security Officer II is an experienced security professional who performs the duties as the primary Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) and/or primary Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO).  The CPSO/CSSO works closely with Government Security offices to ensure all security obligations are met. This role performs all aspects of on-site execution of program security requirements for assigned SAP/SCI program(s) to ensure compliance with regulatory guidance. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, interpreting, and applying existing various U.S. Government regulations, ex. Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), DoD Manual 5205.07, DoD Manual 5105.21-M-1, the CFR 32 Part 117 (NISPOM Rule). In addition, the Security Analyst will monitor classified information systems and controlled areas, track personnel security processing, conduct periodic self-inspections, oversee the implementation/completion of corrective action plans, and thoroughly investigate and document security violations/adverse information reports.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Provide oversight to ensure compliance of security requirements and to maintain compliant security posture of assigned programs and areas
• Provides security guidance and answers security related questions.
• Implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Program Protection Plan (PPP) and Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC) that assures compliance with government regulatory manuals.
• Interacts with multiple levels of Draper management and technical staff to convey information related to program indoctrination briefings and debriefings.
• Conducts administrative inquiries of security incidents and non• compliance.
• Maintains security databases and knowledge of security community policy changes.
• Supports Business Development by providing security requirements and the estimation of security support for proposals.
• Apprises internal stakeholders of security changes in government security requirements and procedures.
• Execute ongoing program• specific security education and training program structured to meet the needs of briefed program personnel.
• Conducts security self• inspection program and initiates actions to correct deficiencies and improve the overall security posture across each program area.
• Executes the Construction Security Plan (CSP) for the construction and/or modification of work areas IAW the government’s physical security specifications.
• Ensures compliance by coordinating with facilities staff and contractors to ensure the maintenance, repair, and testing of access control and alarm systems.
• May provide training of less experienced security staff members.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
• Strong written and professional communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and are detail• oriented.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of NISP/SAP/SCI security regulations.
• Able to travel locally or nationally.

Education
Associate's Degree in Security Management or related field required, Bachelor's Degree Security Management or related field preferred.

Experience
5-7 years of experience in a DoD, DoE or other industrial security program and in• depth knowledge of the DoD, DoE or other government security regulatory manual.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Current in scope Top Secret security clearance is required.

Candidate must maintain clearance eligibility and consent to polygraph examination as required by program sponsors.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.