Senior Security Manager, CPSO at COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS in Chandler, Arizona

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Security Manager, CPSO

Department: CEFD Security & Scanning 815900

Reports To: Manager, Facility Security Officer

FLSA Status: Full Time Regular

Location: Remote

Level: P5

Company Overview:

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Purpose:

This position will be the security subject matter expert for all assigned programs and be required to interpret and administer security requirements in accordance with contractual and government regulations. The CPSO is the primary interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements and will be at the forefront of the CPSO’s responsibilities.

The CPSO will manage the program access requests, inspections, pre screening questionnaires, foreign travel reporting, inspections, corrective action plans, draft and executing memorandums for record, visit requests, security briefings/refreshers/debriefings, maintain access rosters, inventory checklists, classified mail, IDS/access management systems and perform other duties as assigned.

U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position requires a Top Secret security clearance with a current investigation date on the first day of employment.

Responsibilities:

• Administration of security procedures for classified and/or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment for multiple, moderate to large sized contractual activities
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Attend, support and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc
• Physical Security
• Maintain the program’s access control system
• Develop/maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records.
• Security Education & Training
• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events.
• Participate in the planning for new classified information systems and support the ISSM/ISSO with the development of System Security Plans.
• Develop/prepare and/or modify, as necessary, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, Subcontractor DD Form 254, and classified and/or proprietary test plans
• Ensure adherence to the provisions NISPOM 32 CFR 117 or ICD 705 requirements
• Review articles and documents for appropriate classification markings
• Conduct an annual accountable classified material inventory when applicable
• Maintain Document Control and Media Control inventory and database
• Coordinate with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and approvals for compliance with regulations
• Coordinate with Cyber Security personnel to ensure Information Systems (IS) are compliant
• Maintain a visitor control program
• Maintain reproduction and destruction capabilities of classified and/or proprietary materials
• Implementation of COMSEC procedures and requirements
• Conduct security indoctrinations, annual refresher briefings, and debriefings of personnel
• Host classified meetings, discussions and presentations
• Participate in security reviews and be able to compare procedures and/or regulations with actual operations in order to document findings and recommend corrective action
• Respond to alarms and other emergencies to include after normal business hours and/or nights/weekends
• Support collateral security program as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Special Program related training with DCSA Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems with attention to detail
• Ability to plan, schedule, prioritize and arrange activities in accomplishing objectives
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation and computer skills
• Self-starter with minimal supervision

Requirements:

• Must have a Final Top Secret security clearance.
• Ability to maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and all Special Program accesses
• 5+ years of CPSO/ACPSO experience, or combined education
• Candidate must be knowledgeable of the following Government policies: 32 CFR Part 117, DoDM 5205.07 Vol 1-4, ICD 705.
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Willing to work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Willing to travel on company business occasionally

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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