Program Protection / Critical Program Information (CPI) Specialist

Responsibilities

• The specialist will assist with CPI identification, documentation, database management, and Program Protection Plan development while collaborating with experienced acquisition security professionals and government stakeholders.
• Assist with identifying, documenting, and tracking CPI across Army acquisition programs.
• Support maintenance and validation of CPI records within the Acquisition Security Database.
• Coordinate with program stakeholders to collect and organize CPI information.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing Program Protection Plans.
• Support implementation of horizontal protection practices.
• Research applicable security policies, program protection standards, and acquisition procedures.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in program protection working groups and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with identifying documentation gaps and tracking corrective actions.
• Support testing and improvement of program protection tools and workflows.

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical professionals and government stakeholders.

Preferred

• Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Recent graduate or early-career professional with relevant academic or practical experience.
• Familiarity with CPI identification and protection requirements.
• Exposure to federal acquisition programs or defense organizations.
• Familiarity with ASDB, Program Protection Plans, or related documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to develop specialized acquisition security expertise.

Program

U.S. Army ASA(ALT) – TGL 45 Position ID: DE-0013 Work Arrangement: Onsite 3–5 days per week Clearance: Active Secret required Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Program Protection / Critical Program Information (CPI) Specialist to support U.S. Army acquisition security and program protection activities. This opportunity is suitable for a recent college graduate, early-career professional, or individual with equivalent relevant technical experience.

Required Qualifications

• Engineering or technical background with foundational knowledge of CPI and horizontal protection.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to learn federal acquisition processes and program protection procedures.