Date: Jun 22, 2026
Location: Dayton Wright-Patterson AFB, O, Ohio, United States
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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 27346
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $51,324.00 - $107,120.00
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
Join a dynamic and well-versed security team that provides support across multiple locations. The opportunity to be part of the security team offers a motivated professional a unique entry point to work across a broad range of activities. Huntington Ingalls Industries is looking to hire a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) for programs executed out of Beavercreek, OH. The CPSO will work closely with security management and assigned program staff on all aspects of special program security. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site.
This position is located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio and is within a commutable distance from Beavercreek, Fairborn, Dayton, and Riverside.
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We are hiring across multiple levels and welcome applicants with a range of professional experience. Whether you are early in your career or bring several years of expertise, we encourage you to apply.
CPSO (1) Junior - Min $51,324 - Target - $73,320
CPSO (2) Mid - Min $90,697 - Target - $86,710
CPSO (3) Senior - Min $74,984 - Target - $107,120
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Essential Job Responsibilities
Develop and revise program level security plans, procedures and instructions.
Provide classification guidance to employees, develop and provide security education and awareness training, conduct security briefings, lead security self-inspections and audits, and investigate security incidents.
Operate and maintain a security education, training and awareness programs including indoctrinations, annual refresher training, debriefings, and event specific training.
Physical security management in the areas of access control, Intrusion Detection System (IDS) monitoring and response.
Demonstrate familiarization with security related Communication Security (COMSEC) equipment such as secure vIPer phones and taclanes.
Operate and maintain a visitor control program including processing incoming and outgoing visit certifications, visitor reception, and escort.
Coordinate and work directly with the government customer and government support offices, building management staff, and host security/facility managers for all facility related issues, special events, and operating procedures.
Operate and maintain an information security program that includes the transmission, receipt and distribution of classified information, storage and accountability of classified documents, and the training of others in marking and classification requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have excellent customer service skills, interpersonal skills and professional oral and written communication skills.
Must have creative problem-solving skills.
Proficient knowledge of the following security domains – Collateral, SAP and SCI.
CLEARANCE: Minimum Top Secret clearance is required to start.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with enhanced security checks.
CPSO (1) Jr - 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
CPSO (2) Mid - 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.
CPSO (3) Senior - 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
Physical Requirements
May be required to visit job site in an industrial environment. Normally not required to life more than 40 pounds higher than three feet about feet/floor level.
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to
[email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
