Contract Security Program Officer
Date: Mar 17, 2026
Location: Springfield, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 27776
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 searching for an experienced Contract Program Security Officer to join our team in Springfield, Va. The CPSO, under the direction of the Chief of Security, is responsible for the SCI program security management to ensure compliance with U.S. Government directives, regulations, and customer directed requirements. The CPSO, as the liaison, must effectively communicate with senior leaders and be knowledgeable of all security pillars: Physical security, Industrial Security, Information Security, personnel security, and Cyber Security; Development of Program Protection Plans, OPSEC Plans, SOPS, SSAs and Transportation plans.
Conduct internal self-assessments and assisting with staff assistance visits and external security assessments and may be tasked with other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Review investigation and documentation of security violations/incidents and provide recommendatiöns for corrective actions to program personnel/management.
Maintain applicable personnel security records for SAP/SCi related programs to include the use of SIMS, JADE and DISS.
Conduct SAP/SCI indoctrinationS and debriefs.
Understanding and implementation of program security classification guidance by providing classification reviews and guidance.
Ability to interpret security policy to develop and implement security plans and procedures.
Review and prepare prescreening paperwork (PARs/SCI Nominations) for access determinations.
Working knowledge on the preparation and maintenance of Prime and Subcontractor DD254s.
Initiate, prepare, notify and travel to assist in facility site security inspections in accordance with IC and DOD security policies. 
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.
Preferred Requirements
- Expertise on thefollowing Security Management Systems: DISS, JADE, SIMS, CNET and NISS.
- Familiarity on polygraph program management and procedures,
- Familiarity on IC, DOD, and other SAP security policies and requirements
- Must be able to work independently
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.