Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Alternate Contractor Program Security Officer (ACPSO)

National Society for Black Engineers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic security team at an established industry player in Aerospace and Defense. This role as an Alternate Facility Security Officer offers a unique opportunity to support a robust security program while working in a flexible environment. You will be responsible for implementing security protocols, interacting with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with national security directives. If you are a motivated professional with a passion for security and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in security roles.
• Active Secret Clearance required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of a complete industrial security program.
• Interact with customers and Government security officials.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Understanding of ICDs & DoD SAP Manuals

Knowledge of U.S. Government security standards

Proficient communication skills

Ability to multitask and exercise discretion

Motivated, adaptable, customer-focused, and organized

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.

Join a dynamic and well-versed security team at our Arlington, VA Campus. The opportunity to be part of the security team, in one of the leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, offers a motivated professional a unique entry point to work across a broad range of activities supporting a diverse portfolio.

The Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Alternate Contractor Program Security Officer (ACPSO) position will work under the guidance and direction of the Security Manager. The assignments of the AFSO/ACPSO are focused on supporting the administration of a robust security program for several projects in a dynamic environment.

1. Support the Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), performing duties to assist in the implementation and maintenance of a complete industrial security program including alarm response, area control, container access, badge and lock control, incident investigation, classification management, hardware control, and plant protection as required by the Department of Defense under NISPOM and other agencies.
2. Support the implementation of all national security directives, emphasizing DoD 5205.07 SAP Manual, working under the supervision of the Security Manager.
3. The AFSO/ACPSO works as a team player, exhibits flexibility, manages priorities, and meets customer expectations in a fast-paced environment.
4. Interact with internal and external customers and Government security officials in the performance of security duties.
5. Perform physical security, information security, security education, document & media control, personnel security, data transfers, visitor control, maintain security files, handle classified documents, and other security activities as assigned.
6. Perform duties in accordance with DoD, UL 2050, and NISPOM requirements.
7. Check emergency exits, patrol campus, manage area and container access, brief personnel, maintain access rosters, lock control, and conduct audits.
8. Write and review incident reports, investigate violations, and prepare reports for review. Learn visitor control processes including badging, escorting, and bag checks.
9. Create and modify badge accounts, monitor key control, and support other security tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active Secret Clearance (within 5 years)
• Understanding of ICDs & DoD SAP Manuals
• Knowledge of U.S. Government security standards
• Proficient communication skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years of related experience
• NISP experience
• Ability to multitask and exercise discretion
• Motivated, adaptable, customer-focused, and organized
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Top Secret clearance eligibility, with ability to obtain SCI and other accesses

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Top Secret clearance
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Professional demeanor and good communication skills