Program Security Manager

Description JOB SUMMARY

The Program Security Manager is responsible for executing and administering all security requirements for assigned programs in support of the company Facility Clearance (FCL). This role ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), customer requirements (DD254s), and company security policies.

The Program Security Manager serves as the primary security point of contact for assigned programs and works closely with program managers, government customers, and corporate security leadership to ensure all classified and sensitive activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations and contractual obligations.

GMRE is seeking an experienced Program Security Manager to support classified DoD programs and industrial security operations. Ideal candidates may possess experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO), Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO), Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), Program Security Representative (PSR), Activity Security Representative (ASR), or Industrial Security Specialist supporting cleared defense programs, classified environments, Special Access Programs (SAP), and National Industrial Security Program (NISPOM) compliance.

• Interpret and implement government and contract-specific security requirements for assigned programs.
• Execute all security duties in support of assigned programs in compliance with NISPOM and customer directives.
• Review, manage, and implement DD254 and additional security requirements for both prime and subcontractor efforts.
• Coordinate with Program Managers to ensure security requirements are integrated into program execution.
• Administer personnel security processes including clearance submissions, indoctrinations, debriefings, travel and reinvestigations.
• Process visit requests, manage access control, and maintain personnel access records for assigned programs.
• Maintain accountability and control of classified materials, including storage, transmission, and destruction.
• Support and enforce COMSEC requirements as applicable to assigned contracts.
• Ensure proper marking, handling, and safeguarding of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI).
• Conduct security education and training for program personnel, ensuring compliance with annual and initial training requirements.
• Assist in insider threat program execution and reporting requirements in coordination with corporate security.
• Perform self-inspections, audits, and program-level security reviews to ensure compliance and identify risks.
• Support incident reporting and investigations related to security violations or concerns.
• Maintain required documentation and records in DISS, NISS, and other applicable systems.
• Coordinate with DCSA, customer security representatives, and subcontractor FSOs as required.
• Assist with physical security measures including facility access, alarms, and secure areas.
• Support classified shipping and receiving activities as required.
• Perform AFSO duties in support of the Chief Security Officer.

GMRE is a small veteran-owned company who cares about our employees. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE’s mission is to provide high quality engineering and technical services to help our customers grow and succeed.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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