Contractor Program Security Officer

About Merlin:

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the world’s leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation’s biggest challenges.

About you: 

You are a highly dedicated and vigilant professional with a strong background in security operations, committed to ensuring the safety and integrity of sensitive facilities. With a keen eye for detail, you excel in implementing and maintaining security protocols that protect both physical and digital assets. Your ability to assess risks, conduct security audits, and respond swiftly to incidents makes you an invaluable asset to any team. You understand the critical balance between security, efficiency, and compliance and work tirelessly to safeguard personnel, property, and confidential information. Equipped with a deep understanding of federal regulations and industry best practices, you’re a proactive problem-solver, adept at collaborating with law enforcement and internal teams to mitigate potential threats. Your experience in training and managing security personnel ensures that you foster a culture of awareness and preparedness throughout the organization. Above all, you take pride in your unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of facility security

• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties i.e. filing, updating logs/lists, supplies, coordination with internal and external customers
• Maintain appropriate accreditation documentation for each program, communications system, and IS within the special security areas under their cognizance, and conduct annual SCI and SAP self-inspections and address any shortcomings.
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR/SCI related programs.
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in the development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs)
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Develop and maintain the program's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Attend, support and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Must have experience in Special Programs, Program Security, SCI/SAP security, or Collateral Security
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in one of the following areas: Industrial or Government Security involving Counterintelligence, Personnel Security, Information Security, Information Systems Security, Physical Security, Technical Security
• Must have evident experience implementing related areas of: IC Standards or Directives; DoD Directives, Instructions, Manuals, or Standards, i.e., DoDM 5105.21 and DoDM 5205.07; 32 Code of Federal Regulations Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); or related government regulation
• Must have experience in any of the following; JADE, DISS, SIMS, or Scattered Castles
• Active Clearance (TS/SCI)

• COMSEC Custodian certificate or experience
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification or Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
• Experience developing and implementing Program Protection Plans and Standard Operating Procedures

This position is based on-site at Merlin HQ in Boston, MA. We offer flexible hybrid in office schedules.

We understand that relocating for a new role is a significant decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we offer comprehensive relocation assistance to help make your transition as seamless as possible. From covering moving expenses to providing guidance on finding housing, we aim to ensure your relocation experience is stress-free.

Additionally, once you’re here, you’ll enjoy a variety of on-site perks designed to make your workday enjoyable and convenient. These include catered lunches featuring a rotating menu of delicious options, an assortment of snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day, and a selection of beverages, including coffee, tea, and other drinks, to keep you refreshed.

Our goal is to create an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally

Merlin Labs offers an innovative, entrepreneurial, and team-focused startup environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health, dental, life, unlimited vacation, and 401k with match) and work/life integration. Being part of the Merlin team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to achieve our mission.

Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability

status. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background, and reference checks. 

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]

Merlin Labs does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.