Senior Program Security Officer - Government Contracting

Vantor is seeking a Contractor Program Security Officer to lead security for classified and sensitive software and data projects. You will design and enforce program security plans, oversee personnel, physical, and information security, and ensure compliance with government and client regulations. In this role, you will coordinate with client security teams, conduct audits and incident response, and deliver briefings and training. You'll work in a collaborative, low ego environment focused on modern IT, cloud, and data solutions while shaping secure delivery for high impact client programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary security officer for contractor programs supporting Vantor's software and data solutions
• Develop, implement, and maintain program security plans, policies, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with government and client security regulations and standards
• Oversee personnel, physical, and information security controls for classified and sensitive projects
• Conduct security briefings, training, and awareness for project teams and contractors
• Perform security audits, inspections, incident response, and corrective actions
• Coordinate with client security officers, internal IT/security teams, and project leadership
• Maintain documentation, clearances, and access controls in alignment with contract requirements

Required Skills

• Program security management
• Information security compliance
• Government and defense security standards (e.g., NISPOM, ICDs)
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Security incident response
• Security policy and procedure development
• Audit and inspection management
• Access control and clearance management
• Technical understanding of IT, cloud, and data environments
• Security training and awareness delivery