Program Security Officer

Description

Job Description :

Leidos is currently seeking a Program Security Representative (PSR) to provide multidisciplinary life-cycle security support and protection for high priority programs at a high performance, dynamic USG organization. PSR must possess and have successfully demonstrated technical security competence, excellent oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, analytical skills, and the interpersonal skills necessary to determine and implement the proper and effective security policy and procedures for the protection of classified information for Collateral, SAP, and / or SCI efforts.

The duties of a PSR include, but are not limited to :

Using knowledge of the various security disciplines such as Physical Security, Personnel Security, Information System Security, Operational Security, and Industrial Security to determine, apply, and monitor appropriate security requirements for assigned programs.

Reviewing PSQs, preparing processing and reviewing PARs, and performing checks in common databases such as DISS and JADE.

Research and recommend to the government PSO long and short-range security strategies and tactics for new or established programs.

Apply a working knowledge of : Executive Order 13526, NISPOM, NISPOM Overprint, DCID, ICD series,DoD Manual 5200.01 V1-V4, DoD Manual 5205.07, etc.

Develop dynamic and evolving security strategies for customer(s) across an enterprise of multiple programs at diverse security levels.

Support the creation, processing, coordination, and approval of Program Security documents and entering such information into applicable databases.

Plan, coordinate, and manage security support for classified testing activities.

Assist in the planning, coordination, and managing of security support for activities overseas.

Assist in the development, review, coordination, and execution of a wide range of Program Security documentation to include :

Security Classification Guides for Collateral and Special Access Programs

DD254s

Public Affairs and Perception Management Plans

Security Test Plans and Concept of Operations Plans

System Security Plans

Fixed Facility Checklists

Technology Transfer Agreements and Program Transition Plans

Standard Operating Procedures

Memorandum of Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding

Transportation Plans

Technology Transfer Plans

Access Management Plans

Self-Inspection Program

Actively support Program Security Reviews at performer locations.

Perform OPSEC analysis and provide other OPSEC support, to include identification of critical program information (CPI), collecting and analyzing threat data, developing, and coordinating program OPSEC plans.

Experience :

• 8+ years related experience

Education :

Security Clearance :

Current TS / SCI with willingness to take a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Location :

OtherRequirements :

Must have the ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military / civilian personnel, and industry partners

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Travel : approx. 30%

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting : December 9, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

REQNUMBER : R-00171827

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer / disability / vet.