Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)/Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Position Specifics

We are searching for an energetic, detail-oriented, analytical, and self-starting security professional to operate as a Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)/Facility Security Officer (FSO) in our Security Services Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State, located in Reston, VA.

Required Skills/Experience Areas

• Active security clearance, at the Top-Secret level or higher with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility
• Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Process (e-QIP)/eAPP, National Industrial Security System (NISS), and National Background Investigations Services (NBIS)
• Industrial security with 32 CFR, 117 NISPOM, and ICD knowledge
• Personnel and physical security, visitor control, and document handling
• Security management in a contractor community
• Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities in Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Able to effectively manage ambiguity and multi-task in a fast-paced and agile environment
• Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective

Preferred Skills/Experience Areas

• Completion of SCI Contractors Special Security Officer (CSSO) course
• Completion of additional CDSE correspondence courses
• DOD/IC policy and nomination process

Working Location

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in Reston, VA. This position will require periodic travel to remote locations.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

• If filled as Integrated Security Specialist (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• If filled as Integrated Security Specialist (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $80,100.00 - $152,004.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

Campus Security Crime Statistics

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.