Assistant Facility Security Officer

Administer security measures under the direction of the Facility Security Officer (FSO) to implement applicable requirements of 32 Code of Federal Regulation Part 117 (NISPOM) and related federal requirements for classified and unclassified contracts, materials, documents, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for security-related employee/site issues and backup point of contact for DCSA.
• Receive, generate, classify, mail, reproduce, store, transmit, ship, and destroy all classified material; maintain applicable records as prescribed by 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule.
• Review incoming DD-254s and ensure facility compliance with applicable security requirements.
• Complete and submit self-inspection in NISS.
• Provide security training and education:
  • Ensure all cleared employees complete mandatory derivative classification (if applicable) and insider threat training.
  • Provide required initial briefings, annual training, and debriefs for all employees with clearances.
  • Provide annual security training to all site employees.
  • Provide new hire training for all employees.
• Maintain security bulletin boards.
• Conduct required security checks.
• Manage badge preparation and deactivation for employees leaving the company.
• Keep NISS up to date, including KMP list and other required changed conditions.
• Process clearances for new employees and conduct periodic investigations as needed.
• Provide and support internal documentation for proper routing and shipment of classified products.
• Administer site visitor program, including Special Security Agreement (SSA), foreign visitors, and classified visits in DISS; conduct denied party screening for all visitors.
• Maintain and update combinations on safes/closed room doors used to secure classified information; maintain access lists for closed rooms.
• Coordinate destruction of documents in a timely and compliant manner.
• Prepare DD-254s for subcontractors in accordance with customer and DCSA guidance.
• Accomplish classification requirements (classification, downgrading, and declassification review of documents) in accordance with Chapter 4 of the NISPOM and the Security Practices and Procedures Manual (SPP).
• Establish and maintain liaison with local Technology Control Officer (TCO).
• Participate in security Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) conducted by the Corporate Facility Security Officer (CFSO).
• Work closely with ISSM/ISSO regarding AIS Systems and support all closed room activity.
• Participate in the Insider Threat Working Committee; conduct investigations as needed and submit timely adverse reports in DISS.
• Act as Site Security Officer (SSO) to support physical security standards.
• Conduct and record annual audit results for site compliance.
• Keep Site Plan up-to-date and submit to CFSO annually.
• Work with facilities to resolve security-related issues (e.g., alarms, doors, badge readers, cameras).
• Provide continuous improvement for the Company’s policies, processes, and procedures for FOCI mitigation and compliance with security requirements.

Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience working in a government-secured environment as an Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO).
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Successful completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities through CDSE required within the first 3 months of hire.
• Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA; must successfully pass a federal background investigation.

Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with DISS, NISS, NBIS, and SWFT is preferred.
• Team player; receptive to ideas from others and shares information effectively.
• Leads by example; maintains a positive, productive, and approachable presence.
• Creative yet pragmatic problem solver; methodical, hands-on, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact successfully with a diverse workforce.
• Demonstrates high level of professional integrity, honesty, and personal credibility.
• Complies with and ensures department compliance with Company health, safety, and environmental policies.
• May be required to sit, stand, walk regularly, and occasionally lift 0-30 pounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits (details available on the company careers page).

Pay

Total compensation for this position ranges from $95,227/yr to $142,839/yr, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and alignment with internal team and market data. This role also offers a competitive Business Profit Plan.