ACARA Jobs
Contractor Program Security Officer
Apply- ID: 558753
- Posted: 4/1/2026
- Location: Scottsdale, AZ
- Category: Pro - Engineering
- Job Type: Temp to Direct
- Duration: Contract to Di
Description
Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (CPSO)
Location: Scottsdale, AZ | Type: Full-Time | Compensation: $74.58/Hr.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ | Type: Full-Time | Compensation: $74.58/Hr.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Flexible 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Hybrid or full on-site work options to support work-life balance
- Opportunity to work on mission-critical national security programs
- Continuous learning and development alongside high-performing teams
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
This role puts you at the center of secure program operations supporting national defense initiatives. You'll play a key part in safeguarding sensitive information while collaborating across technical and security teams.
What You'll Do:
- Manage program security execution, including classified environments and compliance requirements
- Coordinate secure access, credentials, and communication systems for program personnel
- Track personnel access, training, and security clearances across systems and facilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for program security incidents and reporting
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders to ensure secure operations
Job Requirements
What You'll Bring:
- 5+ years of job-related experience or 3+ years with a Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or related STEM field
- 3+ years of experience supporting classified program security, access control, or compliance environments
What Sets You Apart:
- Agile methodology experience
- Active or prior Department of Defense Top Secret clearance
- Experience working with SIPR, CAC, or secure government systems and tools
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.