Director, Facility Security Officer

About the role

The Director, Facility Security Officer (FSO) will serve as the principal security advisor to CPS’s Government Security Committee (GSC) and the company's primary interface with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other cognizant security authorities. This foundational leadership role within CPS involves developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with the Insider Threat Program, acting as the designated FSO and Insider Threat Security Officer (ITPSO). The Director will own the ongoing execution and maturation of CPS’s policies in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program, ensuring full compliance with the Proxy Agreement (PA) and Affiliated Operations Plan (AOP) between CPS and the parent company. The role requires independence and a thorough understanding of the obligations governing FOCI-mitigated entities, facility clearances, and personnel clearances.

Responsibilities

• FOCI Compliance and Proxy Agreement Execution
  • Serve as principal advisor to the GSC on all matters related to PA compliance and other applicable security obligations.
  • Maintain and enforce all obligations under the approved PA and AOP, including visit controls, the Electronic Communications Plan, and the Technology Control Plan.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with DCSA for facility clearances, annual compliance reporting, and FOCI mitigation oversight.
  • Review and approve all affiliate contacts, visits, and communications between CPS and the parent company in accordance with approved procedures.
  • Develop and maintain FOCI mitigation instruments (e.g., Security Control Agreement, Special Security Agreement) in coordination with outside counsel.
  • Establish and maintain all required DCSA-mandated records, plans, and programs.
• Personnel Security
  • Administer personnel security clearance processing end-to-end via JPAS/DISS, including nominations, investigations, and visit certifications.
  • Advise employees and managers on clearance eligibility, adjudicative guidelines, and ongoing reporting obligations.
  • Maintain a current and accurate roster of cleared personnel and access authorizations.
• Insider Threat & Security Education
  • Lead Collibra's Insider Threat Program, including a multi-disciplinary hub and reporting mechanisms.
  • Develop and deliver annual and ongoing security education and awareness training for cleared and uncleared personnel.
  • Conduct self-inspection programs and prepare for DCSA facility reviews and annual compliance audits.
• Governance & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the General Manager and GSC senior leadership on all security and compliance matters.
  • Partner with independent legal counsel on export control compliance, including ITAR/EAR obligations.
  • Support contract compliance and bid activities requiring security documentation or clearance certifications.
  • Coordinate incident investigations involving potential unauthorized disclosure, fraud, or insider threat, ensuring prompt reporting to GSC and DCSA.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience as a Facility Security Officer or in a substantially similar industrial security role within a cleared defense contractor environment.
• Deep working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DAAPM/Risk Management Framework, and DCSA oversight processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting FOCI mitigation instruments (PA, Security Control Agreement, Special Security Agreement, or equivalent). Experience with proxy-agreement structures is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with JPAS, DISS, and eQIP/SF-86 processing.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance (Top Secret required); ability to obtain and maintain clearance at the level required for the role.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and enforce compliance boundaries with affiliate and parent company personnel.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a FOCI-mitigated environment at a commercial software or technology company, particularly with active DSCA oversight.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot) to solve real-world business challenges or streamline workflows.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR export control compliance as applied to software and SaaS products.
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP) or similar certification.
• Experience managing COMSEC accounts or working in a multi-facility environment.

Skills

• A compliance enforcer who leads with credibility and holds firm on security boundaries, even when it creates friction with senior stakeholders or affiliate personnel.
• Independently operating and self-directing, comfortable owning a program end-to-end without a dedicated security team.
• Deeply fluent in FOCI mitigation frameworks, including managing visit controls, affiliate communications, and annual DCSA reporting.
• A trusted cross-functional partner who translates regulatory requirements into clear guidance for non-security stakeholders.
• Familiar with applying export control frameworks to technology products, ensuring compliance without blocking business operations.

Measures of Success

• First Month: Immerse in CPS's existing Proxy Agreement, Affiliated Operations Plan, and DCSA-mandated records; establish relationships with the GSC and key stakeholders; conduct a comprehensive gap assessment of FOCI compliance and personnel security rosters.
• Third Month: Take full ownership of DCSA communications and annual compliance reporting; implement or strengthen visit controls, Electronic Communications, and Technology Control Plans; launch a refreshed security education and awareness training program.
• Sixth Month: Mature the Insider Threat Program into a fully operational multi-disciplinary hub; complete a self-inspection cycle in preparation for DCSA facility reviews; embed as a trusted advisor to the GSC on security, ITAR/EAR, and FOCI mitigation matters.

Pay

The standard base salary range for this position is $184,000.00 - $230,000.00 per year. This position is not eligible for additional commission-based compensation. Salary offers are based on a combination of factors, including experience, skills, and location.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package, including bonus potential and equity for eligible roles.
• Flex Fund monthly stipend.
• Pension/401k plans.
• Comprehensive health coverage.
• Flexible benefits program designed to support diverse needs and life events.