Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Description:

Summary:
The Security Manager will be responsible for managing and administering all aspect of the industrial security programs in compliance with the 32 CFR, Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and Intelligence Community Directives, and other applicable government security policies and procedures. Functions as the Facility Security Officer (FSO), Contract Security Officer (CSO), and the Insider Threat Program Security Officer (ITPSO).

Oversee and manage all aspects of the organization’s security program in compliance with U.S. Government and national security requirements. The FSO will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures necessary to protect classified information and ensure compliance with applicable security regulations and guidance

The position will be based in Arlington, VA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain an FRDA-wide security program.
• Supervise and direct the security program to ensure compliance with applicable federal security regulations and U.S. Government security requirements.
• Implement and manage procedures necessary to safeguard classified information and controlled materials.
  Ensure the organization maintains compliance with applicable security directives.
• Maintain proper documentation of FSO designation and security program requirements in accordance with government guidance.
• Coordinate and manage personnel security actions, including clearance processing and access eligibility determinations.
• Provide security guidance and training to personnel supporting classified programs.
• Serve as the primary liaison with government security officials regarding security compliance and program requirements.
• Maintain physical access control systems (e.g. the production and maintenance of personnel and visitor badges).
• Manage the Insider Threat Program.
• Manage access to secure spaces and oversee access control.
• Establish guidance and ensure staff are completing required security training certifications, briefings, and debriefings.
• Continuously monitor and research the trends of security requirements in the DoW/IC space and keep FRDA ahead of all compliance.
• Contribute to proposal development, specifically in terms of security processes and compliance assurance.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with five (5) years’ experience OR 10 years of experience as a security manager within the IC/DOD community.
• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance required.
• Extensive knowledge of DISS/NISS.
• FSO Program Management for Processing Facilities curriculum (within 6 months of employment).
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. Government security policies and procedures related to the protection of classified information.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DOD/DOW and/or IC contracts.
• Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and export compliance.