Assistant Facility Security Officer

Viceroy Engineering; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Detection seeks an Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to administer security measures under the FSO for compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM and related requirements for classified and unclassified contracts, materials, documents, and equipment.

The AFSO will manage badge issuance, document destruction, self-inspections, and security training across site personnel, with oversight from the CFSO and ISSM/ISSO teams. A Secret/Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in a government-secured environment as an AFSO
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for security-related employee/site issues
• Process and safeguard classified materials and records per NISPOM
• Review DD-254s and ensure facility compliance
• Administer site visitor program and security training
• Coordinate destruction of documents and manage badges

Skills

Security compliance

DCSA/NISPOM knowledge

Microsoft Office

DISS/NISS familiarity

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

NISS

DISS

Job description

The Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) will administer security measures under the direction of the FSO as necessary for implementing applicable requirements of the 32 Code of Federal Regulation Part 117, NISPOM and related federal requirements for classified and unclassified contracts, materials, documents and equipment.

Essential Functions

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Serves as primary point of contact for security related employee/site issues and backup point of contact for DCSA
• Receive, generate, classify, mail, reproduce, store, transmit, ship and destroy all classified material and maintain applicable records as prescribed by 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule.
• Review incoming DD-254s and ensure the facility’s compliance with the applicable security requirements
• Complete and submit self-inspection in NISS
• Provide the following training and education:
  • Ensure all cleared employees have mandatory training for derivative classification (if applicable) training and insider threat training
  • Provide required initial brief, annual training, and de-briefs as required for all employees with clearances
  • Provide security training to all site employees at least annually
  • Provide new hire training for all employees
  • Maintain security bulletin boards
• Conduct required security checks
• Manage badge preparation and deactivation of badges when employees leave
• Keep NISS up to date as required including KMP list and other required changed conditions
• Process clearances for new employees and conduct periodic investigations when needed
• Provide and support internal documentation for the proper routing and shipment of classified products
• Administer site visitor program including Special Security Agreement (SSA), foreign visitors, and classified visits in DISS. This includes conducting denied party screening for all visitors.
• Maintain and update combinations on safes/closed room doors used to secure classified information and maintain lists of who can have access to closed rooms
• Coordinate destruction of documents in a timely and compliant manner
• Prepare DD-254s for subcontractors in accordance with customer and DCSA guidance
• Accomplish classification requirements (classification, downgrading, and declassification review of documents) in accordance with Chapter 4 of the NISPOM, and our Security Practices and Procedures Manual (SPP)
• Establish and maintain liaison with local Technology Control Officer (TCO)
• Participate in security Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) conducted by the CFSO
• Work closely with ISSM/ISSO’s regarding AIS Systems and support all closed room activity
• Participate in the Insider Threat Working Committee, conduct investigations as needed, and do timely adverse reports in DISS if needed.
• Act as Site Security Officer (SSO) to support physical security standards
  • Conduct and record annual audit results for site with team to show compliance
  • Keep Site plan up-to-date and submit to CFSO annually
  • Work with facilities when there is security related issues i.e. alarms, doors, badge readers, cameras issues, etc.
• Provide continuous improvement in connection with the Company’s policies, processes and procedures for FOCI mitigation and compliance with security requirements

Qualifications

Experience: 1-3 years’ experience working in a government-secured environment as an AFSO

Education: Bachelors Degree

Additional Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
• Successful completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities through CDSE required in first 3 months of hire
• This position requires Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. Applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation.

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience with using Microsoft Office
• Experience with DISS, NISS, NBIS and SWFT is preferred
• Team player, receptive to ideas from others. Shares information and keeps team members and partners informed. Works effectively with others to identify and resolve issues
• Leads by example serving as role model for employees by maintaining a positive, productive, and approachable presence
• A creative yet pragmatic problem solver
• Methodical and hands-on as well as detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact successfully with a diverse work force
• Demonstrates a high level of professional integrity and honesty as well as personal credibility
• Complies with and ensure department compliance with Company health, safety and environmental policies.
• Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0-30 pounds

Additional Information

We offer… Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

The total compensation for this position ranges from $95,227 /yr - $142,839 /yr (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details, please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at Careers | Smiths Detection.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment based solely on their skills, experience, and ability to perform the job. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We value professionalism, integrity, and respect in our workplace, and we strive to maintain an environment where every employee can contribute effectively to our mission.