Personnel Security (PERSEC) Officer

The role

The Personnel Security Officer provides strategic oversight and execution of the personnel security program. This role ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program and government regulations to support national security missions.

What you will do

• Manage the Personnel Security program in partnership with the Sr PERSEC Officer.
• Oversee end-to-end clearance processing including investigations, continuous vetting, and polygraph coordination.
• Serve as the Colorado-based interface with DCSA, DoD, and IC PERSEC representatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely submissions within DISS, NBIS, and other government systems.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, SOPs, and metrics for audit readiness.
• Lead adverse information reporting and incident management.
• Partner with Security Leadership and Talent Acquisition to forecast clearance demand.
• Provide subject matter expertise to senior leadership regarding clearance strategy and risk.
• Train managers and employees on clearance responsibilities and security best practices.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in security management, business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Industrial Security with significant focus on Personnel Security (PERSEC).
• Deep working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) requirements, DISS, NBIS, JADE, and related DoD/IC systems.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a current Tier 5.
• Must maintain an active Top Secret SCI clearance with SCI eligibility.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting SCI and/or SAP programs and Intelligence Community customers.
• Strong background in audit preparation and successful DCSA assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills coupled with strong business acumen

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• HSA/HRA options
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees
• Accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees
• 12 paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Sick Leave
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Fitness reimbursement
• Dog Fridays
• Equity participation

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of St
• Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

About the company

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority by building autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors.