Assistant Facilities Security Officer (AFSO)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Facility Security Officer in Arlington, Virginia. This role involves supporting security operations and ensuring compliance with government security requirements. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree and experience in security management, with a commitment to maintaining a secure environment for sensitive materials.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in U.S. Government or DoD security management preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing AIRBUS U.S. security policies and procedures.
• Manage personnel security clearances and visit requests.
• Conduct security training, briefings, and debriefings.

Skills

Effective time management

Sound judgment

Discretion

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Physical security systems

Job description

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary

The Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) will serve as a backup to the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and assist with daily security operations and 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM Rule) compliance for AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. (AIRBUS U.S.) at our Arlington, Virginia facility, and will provide security operations support for our branch offices throughout the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating, implementing, and monitoring AIRBUS U.S. security policies, procedures, and practices in compliance with government security requirements, to include a Foreign Ownership Control and Influence (FOCI) mitigation agreement.
• Manage the National Industrial Security System (NISS) to maintain facility security information.
• Administer Defense Information for Security System (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) activity, to include initiating, processing, and maintaining personnel security clearances and visit requests.
• Provide guidance and instruction to employees to ensure completion of security paperwork.
• Review all personnel security paperwork for adequacy and completion and submit via the DISS, NBIS and other methods.
• Manage all aspects of the NISP security activities, including document control, visitor control, personnel security, and interpretation / preparation / maintenance of prime and subcontract DD Form 254 for classified contracting.
• Manage the protection and safeguarding of all classified materials (receive, control, route, store, mark, package, mail, and destroy all classified materials and their associated records).
• Prepare, track, and monitor DD254's forms to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to alarms at our Arlington office during and after working hours to include badge handling, in or out processing, visitor control, physical security management, safeguarding, and occasionally front desk admin duties.
• Conduct all appropriate security training, briefings, and debriefings.
• Implement SEAD 3 reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance and instructions to all employees to ensure any event, circumstance, or act that could be considered a breach of security is reported immediately.
• Investigate and report security violations and draft incident reports.
• Prepare for, and participate in, the DCSA facility security reviews.
• Support the Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) with establishing and implementing an Insider Threat program in accordance the NISPOM Rule.
• Implement requirements set forth in the FOCI mitigation agreement.
• Support the FSO with preparing reports and presentations for all levels of Management, including Senior Management, the Government Security Committee (GSC), and the Board of Directors.
• Conduct periodic self-inspections as required by the NISPOM Rule.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education :

• Associate's Degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Certification(s) :

• Completed DCSA CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (preferred).

Experience :

• Experience working under a FOCI mitigation agreement preferred, but not necessary.
• Must have experience in the U.S. Government, DoD, or contractor community in security management. Working knowledge of the NISPOM Rule and other relevant DoD security guidance.
• Working knowledge of NISS, DISS, and NBIS.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

• Must demonstrate effective time management and be able to work independently.
• Requires sound judgment and discretion as well as the identification, analysis, and resolution of security-related matters.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality with integrity.
• A self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally with all levels of staff and outside personnel, including senior management and corporate board members.
• Must be self-motivated and results-oriented.

Technical Systems Proficiency :

• Familiarity with physical security systems and software
• Proficiency with MS Office tools

Travel Required : Up to 10% travel required

Eligibility : U.S. Citizenship required

Clearance :

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance
• Active DoD security clearance at Top Secret / SCI desirable

Physical Requirements :

• Carrying : able to carry documents and / or electronic equipment up to 20lbs / 9kg.
• Lifting : able to lift documents and / or electronic equipment up to 20lbs / 9kg.
• Pushing / Pulling : able to push / pull items in office areas.
• Sitting : able to sit for extended periods of time at computer and in meetings.
• Squatting / Kneeling : able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing : able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Travel : able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking : able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Equal Opportunity :

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .