AFSO: Facility Security Lead – Classified & NISPOM Expert

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to join the Industrial Security Team in Poway, CA.

Under limited supervision, you will administer security programs for classified materials, plan projects, and ensure compliance with NISPOM and related regulations across multiple areas. Responsibilities include coordinating security activities with government agencies, managing DD Forms 254, and guiding staff to uphold the highest standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• Six or more years of professional classified security experience.
• Experience with DOD processes and NISP/NISPOM Rule.
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, investigate, and resolve classified security issues while providing leadership to staff.
• Administer security activities per company policies to ensure compliance.
• Establish liaison with government agencies and external contacts for rulings.
• Plan and manage security programs for classified materials and documents.
• Develop and implement DOD classified procedures.
• Assist primary custodian for incoming/outgoing classified material.
• Track and manage DD Forms 254 for prime and subcontracts.
• Investigate security violations and recommend preventive actions.
• Implement visitor control procedures per NISPOM Rule 32 CFR Part 117.
• Maintain controlled area access, alarms, and security records.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to join the Industrial Security Team in Poway, CA.

Under limited supervision, you will administer security programs for classified materials, plan projects, and ensure compliance with NISPOM and related regulations across multiple areas. Responsibilities include coordinating security activities with government agencies, managing DD Forms 254, and guiding staff to uphold the highest standards