Job Description: Our client is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) in support of multiple Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. This position will be responsible for the management and supervision of personnel and all aspects of their security program and the overall implementation of contractual, legal and regulatory security requirements. This position will also include preparation of security plans, review/enforcement of applicable guidelines, and establishment of procedures for all areas of responsibility which includes coordination with Personnel Security staff, Information Security in coordination with the site Infromation Systems Security Manager, Physical/Technical Security, Classification Management, Communication Security (COMSEC), and Program Security. Facility Security Officer (FSO) acts on behalf of the site leadership and corporate Security function to ensure compliance with all security policies, contractual security requirements, and that an effective security program is maintained. The FSO will ensure that all employees, contractors, or subcontractors who have access to classified, protected or proprietary information and/or facilities and storage areas are trained, knowledgeable, and comply with policies, regulations and procedures specific to the information and areas they have authorized access to and will protect against loss, theft, improper use, unauthorized disclosure or disposal of those assets or information. This position will require on-site support and the performance of classified work. Essential Functions: Manages and leads ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD254), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), the Program Classification Guides and company policies and directives.
Responsible for execution of all 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM related security functions including industrial, physical, personnel (PERSEC) and information security; Insider Threat program development and execution; program security support and access control to classified programs and accredited areas.
Developing and Administering an Operational Security Program, standard operationg procedures for classified, or sensitive materials, documents, and equipment, and physical controls to ensure complicane with government company policies.
Obtaining rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies
Leading, supporting, and conducting Government Security Investigations on personnel, processes, and situations in accordance with established operating procedures to determine level and scope of non-compliance with government and company regulations/requirements
Preparing reports that specify preventive/corrective actions to be taken Collecting, assimilating, and interpreting intelligence information and disseminating to the appropriate stakeholder or investigating authority Researching and implementing federal security regulations, maintaining knowledge, and awareness of interdisciplinary compliance requirements, i.e. cyber, information technology, and configuration management
Preparing manuals that outline regulations and establish procedures for handling, storing, retaining records, and access by personnel or visitors to restricted records and materials
Conducting security education training and security audits
Conducting Security Investigations
Implementing local site compliance with all security policies including government and company requirements for safeguarding information, physical security of facilities, and the safety and security of all employees, visitors, assets and information.
Position ensures compliant and effective execution of responsibilities ensuring COMSEC program management, asset handling and accountability.
Lead as a team player, exhibit flexibility, dedication and the expectation of excellence required of a seasoned security professional while working and making decisions independently with general guidance and without direct supervision.
Broad management and leadership knowledge to lead and manage across the function
Broad expertise, mastery of and experience ensuring compliance with Intelligence Community, 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM Rule) and Special Access Programs Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related security experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related security experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related security experience. FSO certification via current Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) criteria
Minimum of 5 years FSO experience
Current DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance eligibility; adjudicated and in-scope U.S. Government T5 investigation
Candidate must be a US citizen Preferred Skills: Completed counterintelligence or full scope polygraph
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Security Management, Homeland Security, Security Administration, Criminal Justice, Industrial Security Management, Information Systems Security, Information Technology Management or other relevant
Familiarity and experience with SIMS, NISS, DISS/NBIS, ICD 705 etc.
Proficiency and experience with Insider Threat Program
Experience and knowledge managing COMSEC accounts and/or programs
Industrial Security Professional (ISP), Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or other relevant professional security certification
Self-initiative; compliance focused, customer service oriented
DCS and/or FMS experience
Experience with International travel requests
Full-time
Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Yes
Candidate Details
5+ to 7 years experience
Seniority Level - Mid-Senior
Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
Willingness to Travel - Occasionally Do you have at least 5 years of hands on FSO experience?
Do you have an FSO Certificate?
Do you have an Active security Clearance?
Ideal Candidate
Someone who has at least 5 years of FSO hands on experience.
FSO Certificate is required
Active Security Clearance is required
Date Posted: 02 June 2025
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