Alternate Cognizant Security Officer
Date: Mar 17, 2026
Location: Springfield, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 27778
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $130,268.00 - $175,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
HII- Mission Technologies is looking for an experienced ACSO to help support our team in Springfield, VA. The Alternate Cognizant Security Officer (ACSO) is responsible for the day-today management and implementation of the facility SCI security program under the direction of their government program security officer.The ACSO is responsible for developing an organizational approach to complying with the customer's mission and vision statement while implementing applicable security policies at their facility. The ACSO must have the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and be well versed on all security disciplines: physical security, industrial security, information 
security, personnel security, and cyber-security. Supervising the operation of a SCIF, maintaining SCIF documentation, and administering the SCI program and applying SCI directivess regulations, manuals, and guidelines. Creating and conducting an SCI training program as well.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Controlling, transmitting's transporting, packaging, destroying, and inventorying accountable classified information, to include media
Conducting or leading security inquiries to include drafting final incident repolts
Creating and maintaining access records within DISS and/or Scattered Castles
Certifying, transmitting, and receiving visitor clearances and accesses
Conducting indoctrination and termination briefings
Conducting annual security self-assessments
Reporting derogatory information to the Central Adjudication Facility (CAF) on SCI indoctrinated personnel
Providing support to Special Access Programs (SAPS) or Controlled Access Programs
Initiating security clearance investigations
Conducting security classification reviews in accordance with security classification guidance or applicable OCA guidance
Coordinating day-to-day security operations with ISSM/ISS
Overseeing the operation of access control systems and intrusion detection systems
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.
TS/SCI required to start, must be able and willing to obtain CI Poly.
Possess a working knowledge of ICD 704 and ICD 705; to include, but not limited to : nomination interviews, validation of SCI access requirements; submission of invesigative requests, conducting SCI security brielings, obtaining signed NDAs, and perforrm other related personnel security actions.
Preferred Requirements
Extensive experience in using the SIMS application;
Experience overseeing the operation of a closed circuit surveillance system;
Experience in drafting and overseeing construction security plans;
Working knowledge in the CAP/SAP arena and of the DODM 5205.07 Vols 1-4
Security Fundamental Professional Certification (SFPC)
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.