Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO & CPSO)

About the role

The Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) / Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) will support the Director of Security/FSO in managing all classified program security requirements across the company’s cleared manufacturing and engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and stewardship of APEX’s Security program, ensuring compliance with USG requirements for all sensitive information, including CUI and Compartmented data for DoD and IC customers.
• Manage classified program security activities, including document control, visit requests, access rosters, briefing/debriefings, and secure communications.
• Oversee the management of employee clearances, ensuring compliance with regulations such as NISPOM, ICDs and FSO requirements, and ensuring all personnel have appropriate access.
• Conduct regular audits of clearance status and initiate corrective actions when discrepancies arise, collaborating with HR, legal, and compliance teams to ensure timely clearance processing.
• Support the company’s Insider Threat Program, including reporting, training, and behavioral indicator awareness.
• Prepare for and support DCSA and sponsoring agency inspections, self-inspections, and audits, ensuring documentation accuracy and readiness.
• Provide security training for employees and contractors, perform physical security assessments, respond to incidents, and collaborate with local law enforcement to maintain a secure environment across facilities.
• Afford daily checks on the cleared facility access control, alarm response, and physical security system oversight in support of UL 2050 and DoD requirements.
• Afford Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and support export-controlled workflows in coordination with Engineering, Operations, and Export Compliance.
• Afford assistance to the FSO for daily operations, classified program support, and government interface.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a current/active TS or TS with SCI eligibility.
• 3+ years of IC and DoD security experience showing increasing levels of responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of NISPOM, SAP, SCI, and related security regulations.
• Hands-on experience with DISS, NBIS, NISS and other security related databases.
• Must be a team player, confident in your ability and able to contribute to the overall growth of the security team.
• Strong understanding of the security procedures and security clearance process and ability to resolve security and/or clearance problems effectively.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of management.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Security Management, Information Security, or related disciplines).
• Security industry certifications, i.e. NCMS Industrial Security Professional (ISP®).
• Experience with SCIF management, construction, and ICD 705 Technical Specification as either a CPSO or in a supporting role.
• Experience as a COMSEC Manager or maintaining COMSEC accounts.
• Strong interpersonal abilities, adept at collaborating with internal teams and engaging effectively with customers to ensure security objectives are met.
• Experience within aerospace or defense contractor environments, with expertise in both physical and IT security, as well as familiarity with the unique security needs of these industries.

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.