Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO)

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

This is an on-site position for a Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) who will ensure compliance with Special Access Programs (SAP). The CSSO serves as the principal point of contact with Aerospace Special Access Program Management and government agencies/customers on all program security matters and requirements. This role is responsible for delivering security support to ensure proper safeguarding of SAP classified information and providing on-site assistance for all SAP security activities in accordance with corporate and government policies and directives.

This position is onsite in Crystal City, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate with the PSO and GPM/CPM to establish a secure environment for SAP operations

• Oversee security operations within assigned activities, organizations, or offices

• Partner with the ISSM/ISSO to protect Information Systems in the SAPCA and ensure compliance with applicable laws, SCI, and SAP security policies and requirements

• Support enterprise-level SAP discussions and activities to meet corporate and program requirements; provide assistance to other office locations as needed

• Develop and deliver training for SAP-accessed personnel

• Coordinate initial access eligibility determinations and prepare PARs or SCI nominations

• Maintain personnel security records for SAP and SCI programs using DISS, JADE, and other customer systems of record

• Conduct pre- and post-travel briefings; oversee foreign travel and contact reporting

• Manage the visitor control process for SAP meetings

• Deliver initial program indoctrination briefings and security education/refresher training

• Perform annual self-inspections and submit corrective action plans

• Develop, update, and maintain facility-specific SOPs for security policies and SAP

• Supervise transmission of SAP material using approved methods

• Provide courier instructions and training to SAP-briefed couriers

• Create transportation plans and reproduction procedures