Industrial Security Representative III

About the role

AV Inc. is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to work in a dynamic high tempo environment delivering Mission First results!

Responsibilities

• Maintain all security documentation and files in accordance with DCSA requirements.
• Maintain Facility Security Clearance (FCL) documentation and submission in accordance with DCSA requirements.
• Manage and maintain documentation to include Standard Practice Procedures (SPP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Emergency Action Plans.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Provide and document new employee security briefings, exit interviews and debriefing, investigate and report security violations and incidents.
• Participate in the development and execution of security education programs.
• Participate and oversee annual refresher training to include preparing necessary documentation in support of the DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments.
• Partners with internal and external clients to identify and address escalated contractual, personnel, facility and information security issues in accordance with the NISPOM.
• Provide security support to People & Culture, Contracts, and Proposal teams.
• Manage Open Storage Area(s) (OSA) and restricted areas; including after hour responses.
• Develop and maintain effective “Document Inventory and Control Program” for management of classified systems, media and documents.
• Maintain classified holdings and prepare classified transmittals in accordance with NISPOM guidelines and requirements.
• Perform daily security activities and enforce government and company security policies.

Requirements

• Top Secret level security clearance is required.
• At least 5+ years of relevant experience.
• DCSA Facility Security Officer (FSO) Certification.
• Knowledge of the government security and information assurance processes.
• Experience implementing the NISPOM, DCIDS, ICDs, and Executive Orders, to ensure security compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to provide employees with personnel security guidance, consistent with the 13 adjudicative guidelines, to best assist them managing their clearances.
• Experience with protection requirements for handling and safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Familiarity with SIMS.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Corporate Executives and high-end government contacts to provide status updates, ensure compliance with NISPOM requirements and provide guidance on security related questions or concerns.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant).
• Sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant).
• Sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition.
• Clearance Level: Top Secret.

Benefits

• AeroVironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

About AV

AeroVironment is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizenship required.