Senior Program Security Analyst

People Tec, Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Program Security Analyst to support our customer in El Segundo, CA.

The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive acquisition and program security support to Government Program Managers, helping develop, implement, and execute program protection strategies that safeguard advanced technologies and critical defense capabilities throughout the acquisition and system lifecycle.

This position requires a highly skilled security professional with extensive experience in acquisition security, risk management, program protection planning, and Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements. The selected candidate will collaborate with Government stakeholders, security authorities, and mission partners to protect sensitive technologies, classified information, and critical program resources.

This is a full-time,
on-site position in El Segundo, CA.

• Conduct comprehensive lifecycle program security analyses to identify Critical Program Information (CPI), Critical System Resources (CSR), and associated vulnerabilities that could impact mission success.
• Assist in processing inbound and outbound data transfer files, transfer electronic data files to internal customers, enter data into the Personnel Access Security System database, and maintain all customer-sponsored billets and quota information. Maintain all personnel security files and provide security awareness and education programs.
• Develop, implement, and maintain risk-based Program Protection Plans (PPPs), security strategies, and appropriate countermeasures to safeguard critical technologies and program information.
• Provide technical expertise and security guidance supporting collateral, Special Access Programs (SAP), and emerging mission requirements.
• Support Government Program Managers with acquisition security planning, contract security requirements, cost feasibility assessments, and security compliance throughout acquisition and sustainment life cycles.
• Develop, review, and coordinate Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD Form 254) to ensure appropriate security requirements are incorporated into contracts.
• Prepare, review, and maintain essential program security documentation, including Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, Security Classification Guides (SCGs), Exposure Contingency Plans (ECPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct security risk assessments and evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities associated with classified programs, advanced technologies, and critical research initiatives.
• Assess foreign intelligence threats and develop analytical products, recommendations, and mitigation strategies to support program protection and security classification decisions.
• Provide security classification guidance and recommendations to Government stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable DoD and Air Force policies.
• Coordinate with Air Force security authorities, Government Program Managers, and mission partners to address program security requirements, resolve security concerns, and support program objectives.
• Support the development and delivery of security education, training, and awareness initiatives for program personnel and stakeholders.
• Assist with security requirements associated with program transitions, sustainment activities, and system close-out actions.
• Ensure adherence to applicable security policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive program information.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. An additional four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of…