Contractor Special Security Officer

Anduril Industries

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Employment
Contractor
Posted
today

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $169k
This role $150k
$120k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays less than 67% of similar roles. Most pay $141,712–$196,912 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $150k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Contractor Special Security Officer

The Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) role is a senior position within the Intelligence Community, focusing on developing and managing security programs for SCI environments. The CSSO will interpret and implement security policies such as ICDs 703, 704, and 505, ensuring compliance with SCGs and other regulations. Daily tasks include personnel and physical security management, conducting security briefings, handling visitor control, and safeguarding classified materials. The role requires expertise in NISPOM Rule, DISS, Scattered Castles, and SIMS, alongside strong collaboration skills to work closely with government counterparts and IT teams. Ideal candidates have at least four years of experience in a SCIF setting, current TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph, and familiarity with information assurance principles.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement security programs compliant with ICDs and SCGs.
  • Manage personnel security by processing SCI access requests and conducting nomination interviews.
  • Ensure physical security through daily support for badging, access control, and visitor management.
  • Investigate security incidents and prepare required reports promptly.
  • Provide security awareness training as mandated by regulations.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 4 years of full-time security experience in a SCIF environment.
  • TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required.
  • Ability to independently manage all aspects of personnel and physical security.
  • Knowledge of ICDs, SEADs, NISPOM Rule, and other relevant policies.
  • Experience in implementing and maintaining information assurance practices.
  • Build and maintain relationships with government security counterparts.

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