ALTERNATE FACILITY SECURITY OFFICER/ADMIN SUPPORT

Quantum Research International Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Research International, Inc is seeking an Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Administrative Support for our Facility Security Office in Huntsville, AL. You will help run a compliant industrial security program, manage personnel security processing, physical security, training, and classified material handling.

This role develops toward FSO-level responsibility, works under NISPOM and DoD guidance, coordinates with government customers, prime contractors, and subcontractors, and

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI.
• 2–4 years of experience in industrial, personnel, or physical security.
• AAS or BS degree preferred; HS diploma or equivalent acceptable with experience.
• Working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117).
• Hands-on experience with DISS; familiarity with NISS and SWFT.
• Completion of CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities, or ability to complete within 6 months.
• Comfort presenting security briefings to groups.
• Strong organization and attention to detail; able to juggle deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Able to climb ladders and lift packages as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the facility security program and ensure compliance with government and company requirements.
• Initiate and maintain clearance records and investigations using DISS, eApp, and SWFT.
• Deliver new-hire security indoctrinations, annual refresher training, courier briefings, and debriefings.
• Support badging, access control, visitor processing, and security signage.
• Coordinate security requirements for meetings and admin staff.
• Review DD Form 254s for prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Keep security databases and access control systems current.

Skills

Security clearance

Facility security

DISS

NISS

SWFT

MS Office

Public speaking

Organization

Education

AAS or BS degree preferred

Tools

DISS

NISS

SWFT

Lenel/SIMS

Job description

Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications. Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview FL; and Tupelo, MS

MISSION:

Quantum Research Intl is seeking a passionate and dedicated Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/ Administrative Support our Facility Security Officer (FSO) in running a compliant, well-organized industrial security program. You'll handle the daily work that keeps classified information, people, and facilities protected, including personnel security processing, physical security, training, and classified material handling. This role fits a security professional who is building toward FSO-level responsibility and wants hands-on exposure to both collateral and SCI programs. You'll work under 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives, and applicable DoD guidance, and you'll coordinate with government customers, prime contractors, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities:

• Program support: Help the FSO maintain the facility security program and keep it compliant with government and company requirements.
• Personnel security: Initiate and maintain clearance records and investigations using DISS, eApp, and SWFT. Track reporting requirements, including SEAD-3 foreign travel and contact reporting.
• Training and briefings: Deliver new-hire security indoctrinations, annual refresher training, courier briefings, special access briefings, and debriefings for departing employees.
• Physical security: Support badging, access control, visitor processing, incoming and outgoing visit requests, perimeter checks, and security signage. Serve as a responder for after-hours alarms on a rotating basis. Assist with reception area as main POC
• Classified material control: Act as a security container custodian. Maintain accountability records, prepare and receive classified shipments, and verify shipping addresses in NISS.
• Classified meetings: Coordinate security requirements with meeting hosts and administrative staff.
• Contract security: Help review and track DD Form 254s for prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Inspections and incidents: Take part in self-inspections and employee interviews. Conduct initial inquiries into potential security incidents and report findings to the FSO.
• Recordkeeping: Keep security databases and access control systems current, such as [Lenel/SIMS/internal system].
• Other duties as assigned to include corporate office,external Quantum Research facilities as business needs change.

Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI
• 2-4 years of experience in industrial, personnel, or physical security (military security experience counts)
• AAS or BS degree preferred. High school diploma or equivalent; or relevant experience or certifications in place of a degree
• Working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
• Hands-on experience with DISS; familiarity with NISS and SWFT
• Completion of CDSE *FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities*, or the ability to complete it within [6] months of hire
• Comfortable presenting security briefings to groups
• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle competing deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to enforce policy tactfully
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Able to climb ladders for physical security checks and lift packages as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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