{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8a60ef950d8e0d4b9b08c08e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a60ef950d8e0d4b9b08c08e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a60ef950d8e0d4b9b08c08e","title":"Program Manager - Technical Security Support Services","description":"MELE Associates, Inc. is seeking to add an experienced Program Manager - Technical Security Support Services to support the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (SC) Office of Safety and Security (OSS), Consolidated Service Center (CSC), and Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM). The Program Manager is responsible for the overall management, execution, integration, quality, staffing, and performance of all contract requirements supporting DOE Safeguards and Security (S&S) programs. The position provides executive leadership and strategic direction for staff supporting personnel security, industrial security, information security, classification, badging, foreign ownership and facility clearance programs, security surveys, and program support functions.\n\nThe Program Manager ensures contract performance complies with DOE directives, federal regulations, security policies, quality standards, and performance objectives while maintaining close coordination with federal leadership, site offices, laboratories, contractors, and stakeholders across the DOE Office of Science enterprise. This position is contingent upon contract award.\n\nMajor Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nProgram Leadership and Contract Management:\n\nServe as the primary interface between the Contractor and DOE Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Contracting Officer (CO), and federal program leadership.\nProvide executive direction, supervision, and management of all task areas performed under the contract.\nEnsure seamless integration of personnel, processes, systems, and services across multiple locations and organizational elements.\nEstablish performance objectives, priorities, schedules, and resource requirements to support mission execution.\nMonitor contract execution and ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.\nLead transition, startup, and continuity-of-operations activities.\nCoordinate with DOE organizations, M&O contractors, laboratories, and external stakeholders regarding security support services.\n\nPersonnel Management:\n\nRecruit, assign, supervise, develop, and retain qualified security professionals.\nEnsure staffing levels support mission requirements and contract performance standards.\nConduct performance management, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development activities.\nPromote a culture of integrity, accountability, professionalism, and customer service.\nEnsure personnel maintain required qualifications, certifications, training, and security clearances.\nAuthorize and oversee employee professional development programs consistent with DOE requirements.\n\nStrategic Security Program Oversight:\n\nProvide executive oversight and integration of:\n\nPersonnel Security Programs\nNational Security Clearance Processing\nHSPD-12 and Credentialing Programs\nHuman Reliability Program (HRP)\nClassification and Declassification Programs\nControlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Programs\nInformation Security Programs\nIndustrial Security Programs\nFacility Clearance (FCL) Programs\nForeign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) Programs\nSafeguards and Security Survey Programs\nBadging and Access Control Operations\nClassified Visits and Assignments\nCOMSEC, OPSEC, TSCM, and Technical Security Programs\nWorkplace Substance Abuse Program Support\nSecurity Metrics, Analytics, and Reporting Activities\n\nQuality Assurance and Performance Management:\n\nDevelop, implement, and maintain the contract Quality Control Program (QCP).\nMonitor service delivery, performance metrics, staffing effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.\nConduct internal reviews, audits, and corrective action activities.\nEnsure continuous process improvement and operational excellence.\nIdentify performance risks and implement mitigation strategies.\nSupport DOE reviews, assessments, surveys, and inspections.\n\nBudget and Business Operations:\n\nPrepare budget forecasts, staffing projections, and resource plans.\nMonitor labor utilization, costs, and financial performance.\nSupport DOE planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation initiatives.\nAnalyze contract trends and make recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness.\nProvide annual budget information and support financial reporting requirements.\n\nReporting and Communications:\n\nPrepare executive briefings, performance reports, management summaries, and status updates.\nEnsure submission of bi-weekly activity reports and ad hoc reports required by the Government.\nPresent performance metrics, program status, risks, and improvement initiatives to federal leadership.\nMaintain effective communication with all stakeholders regarding contract execution and operational issues.\n\nSafety and Compliance:\n\nEnsure integration of safety into all management and operational activities.\nMaintain compliance with DOE Orders, federal regulations, local procedures, and applicable laws.\nPromote a safe and secure workplace environment.\nEnsure protection of classified information, controlled information, personnel data, and government assets.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Intelligence Studies, Information Assurance, Homeland Security, or related discipline.\nMinimum 10 years of progressive experience managing federal security, safeguards, industrial security, personnel security, or national security programs.\nMinimum 5 years of experience managing large, complex federal contracts and multidisciplinary teams.\nExperience supporting DOE, DOD, DHS, Intelligence Community, or other federal national security organizations.\nDemonstrated experience managing security operations involving classified information, personnel security, industrial security, and physical security programs.\nExperience overseeing geographically dispersed personnel and multiple task areas.\nActive DOE Q Clearance or Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain all required DOE access authorizations.\nExtensive knowledge of DOE Safeguards and Security requirements.\nKnowledge of DOE Orders 470 Series, 472 Series, 473 Series, 475 Series, and related federal security regulations.\nKnowledge of Trusted Workforce 2.0 initiatives and personnel vetting requirements.\nStrong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills.\nExceptional written and oral communication abilities.\nExperience with performance metrics, dashboards, and data analytics.\nAbility to manage complex stakeholder relationships.\nStrong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.\nAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-security environments.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and related business systems.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nMaster's degree preferred in one of the following fields: Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Intelligence Studies, Information Assurance, Homeland Security, or related discipline.\nProject Management Professional (PMP)\nCertified Protection Professional (CPP)\nIndustrial Security Professional (ISP®)\nSecurity Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)\nProgram Management Certification\nDOE National Training Center security certifications relevant to assigned responsibilities.\n\nSupervisory Responsibility:\n\nThe Program Manager has full authority and responsibility for all contractor personnel assigned under the Technical Security Support Services contract and is accountable for contract performance, staffing, quality control, budget execution, and customer satisfaction across OSS, CSC, and OREM mission areas.\n\nThis position is designated as Key Personnel and requires DOE review and approval before assignment or replacement.\n\n Location: This full-time position is located in Oakridge, TN.\n\nThis position is contingent upon successful award of the Office of Science contract and completion of all required background investigations, site access approvals, and onboarding requirements. Employment offers, start dates, and continued employment are dependent upon successful contract award.\n\n#OPT\n\n Salary: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.\n\n Benefits MELE Offers\n· Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.\n· Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.\n· Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation\n· 401(k) with Employer Match\n· Cross-training opportunities\n\nAbout MELE Associates, Inc.\n\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\n\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.\n\nExperience\nRequired\n10 year(s): Minimum 10 years of progressive experience managing federal security, safeguards, industrial security, personnel security, or national security programs.\nEducation\nRequired\nBachelors or better in Security Management/Criminal Justice or related field\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"Mele Associates","rawCompany":"mele associates","city":"Oak Ridge","state":"TN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T11:30:31.305Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3013.01","title":"Security Managers","slug":"security-managers"},{"code":"13-1199.07","title":"Security Management Specialists","slug":"security-management-specialists"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"561621","title":"Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)","slug":"security-systems-services-except-locksmiths"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager - Technical Security Support Services","description":"MELE Associates, Inc. is seeking to add an experienced Program Manager - Technical Security Support Services to support the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (SC) Office of Safety and Security (OSS), Consolidated Service Center (CSC), and Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM). The Program Manager is responsible for the overall management, execution, integration, quality, staffing, and performance of all contract requirements supporting DOE Safeguards and Security (S&S) programs. The position provides executive leadership and strategic direction for staff supporting personnel security, industrial security, information security, classification, badging, foreign ownership and facility clearance programs, security surveys, and program support functions.\n\nThe Program Manager ensures contract performance complies with DOE directives, federal regulations, security policies, quality standards, and performance objectives while maintaining close coordination with federal leadership, site offices, laboratories, contractors, and stakeholders across the DOE Office of Science enterprise. This position is contingent upon contract award.\n\nMajor Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nProgram Leadership and Contract Management:\n\nServe as the primary interface between the Contractor and DOE Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Contracting Officer (CO), and federal program leadership.\nProvide executive direction, supervision, and management of all task areas performed under the contract.\nEnsure seamless integration of personnel, processes, systems, and services across multiple locations and organizational elements.\nEstablish performance objectives, priorities, schedules, and resource requirements to support mission execution.\nMonitor contract execution and ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.\nLead transition, startup, and continuity-of-operations activities.\nCoordinate with DOE organizations, M&O contractors, laboratories, and external stakeholders regarding security support services.\n\nPersonnel Management:\n\nRecruit, assign, supervise, develop, and retain qualified security professionals.\nEnsure staffing levels support mission requirements and contract performance standards.\nConduct performance management, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development activities.\nPromote a culture of integrity, accountability, professionalism, and customer service.\nEnsure personnel maintain required qualifications, certifications, training, and security clearances.\nAuthorize and oversee employee professional development programs consistent with DOE requirements.\n\nStrategic Security Program Oversight:\n\nProvide executive oversight and integration of:\n\nPersonnel Security Programs\nNational Security Clearance Processing\nHSPD-12 and Credentialing Programs\nHuman Reliability Program (HRP)\nClassification and Declassification Programs\nControlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Programs\nInformation Security Programs\nIndustrial Security Programs\nFacility Clearance (FCL) Programs\nForeign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) Programs\nSafeguards and Security Survey Programs\nBadging and Access Control Operations\nClassified Visits and Assignments\nCOMSEC, OPSEC, TSCM, and Technical Security Programs\nWorkplace Substance Abuse Program Support\nSecurity Metrics, Analytics, and Reporting Activities\n\nQuality Assurance and Performance Management:\n\nDevelop, implement, and maintain the contract Quality Control Program (QCP).\nMonitor service delivery, performance metrics, staffing effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.\nConduct internal reviews, audits, and corrective action activities.\nEnsure continuous process improvement and operational excellence.\nIdentify performance risks and implement mitigation strategies.\nSupport DOE reviews, assessments, surveys, and inspections.\n\nBudget and Business Operations:\n\nPrepare budget forecasts, staffing projections, and resource plans.\nMonitor labor utilization, costs, and financial performance.\nSupport DOE planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation initiatives.\nAnalyze contract trends and make recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness.\nProvide annual budget information and support financial reporting requirements.\n\nReporting and Communications:\n\nPrepare executive briefings, performance reports, management summaries, and status updates.\nEnsure submission of bi-weekly activity reports and ad hoc reports required by the Government.\nPresent performance metrics, program status, risks, and improvement initiatives to federal leadership.\nMaintain effective communication with all stakeholders regarding contract execution and operational issues.\n\nSafety and Compliance:\n\nEnsure integration of safety into all management and operational activities.\nMaintain compliance with DOE Orders, federal regulations, local procedures, and applicable laws.\nPromote a safe and secure workplace environment.\nEnsure protection of classified information, controlled information, personnel data, and government assets.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Intelligence Studies, Information Assurance, Homeland Security, or related discipline.\nMinimum 10 years of progressive experience managing federal security, safeguards, industrial security, personnel security, or national security programs.\nMinimum 5 years of experience managing large, complex federal contracts and multidisciplinary teams.\nExperience supporting DOE, DOD, DHS, Intelligence Community, or other federal national security organizations.\nDemonstrated experience managing security operations involving classified information, personnel security, industrial security, and physical security programs.\nExperience overseeing geographically dispersed personnel and multiple task areas.\nActive DOE Q Clearance or Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain all required DOE access authorizations.\nExtensive knowledge of DOE Safeguards and Security requirements.\nKnowledge of DOE Orders 470 Series, 472 Series, 473 Series, 475 Series, and related federal security regulations.\nKnowledge of Trusted Workforce 2.0 initiatives and personnel vetting requirements.\nStrong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills.\nExceptional written and oral communication abilities.\nExperience with performance metrics, dashboards, and data analytics.\nAbility to manage complex stakeholder relationships.\nStrong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.\nAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-security environments.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and related business systems.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nMaster's degree preferred in one of the following fields: Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Intelligence Studies, Information Assurance, Homeland Security, or related discipline.\nProject Management Professional (PMP)\nCertified Protection Professional (CPP)\nIndustrial Security Professional (ISP®)\nSecurity Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)\nProgram Management Certification\nDOE National Training Center security certifications relevant to assigned responsibilities.\n\nSupervisory Responsibility:\n\nThe Program Manager has full authority and responsibility for all contractor personnel assigned under the Technical Security Support Services contract and is accountable for contract performance, staffing, quality control, budget execution, and customer satisfaction across OSS, CSC, and OREM mission areas.\n\nThis position is designated as Key Personnel and requires DOE review and approval before assignment or replacement.\n\n Location: This full-time position is located in Oakridge, TN.\n\nThis position is contingent upon successful award of the Office of Science contract and completion of all required background investigations, site access approvals, and onboarding requirements. Employment offers, start dates, and continued employment are dependent upon successful contract award.\n\n#OPT\n\n Salary: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.\n\n Benefits MELE Offers\n· Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.\n· Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.\n· Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation\n· 401(k) with Employer Match\n· Cross-training opportunities\n\nAbout MELE Associates, Inc.\n\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\n\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.\n\nExperience\nRequired\n10 year(s): Minimum 10 years of progressive experience managing federal security, safeguards, industrial security, personnel security, or national security programs.\nEducation\nRequired\nBachelors or better in Security Management/Criminal Justice or related field\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","datePosted":"2026-08-22T11:30:31.305Z","dateModified":"2026-08-22T11:30:31.305Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mele Associates","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Oak Ridge","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8a60ef950d8e0d4b9b08c08e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a60ef950d8e0d4b9b08c08e"}}