Assistant Facility Security Officer

The University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma seeks an Assistant Facility Security Officer to assist in managing day-to-day facility operations for government contracts. This role includes administering security programs, maintaining compliance, and developing security policies, requiring a Master's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• 24 months related experience, or 72 months experience in lieu of degree.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of a cleared facility.
• Administer industrial security program functions.
• Serve as the primary contact for security assessments and inspections.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Judgment

Detail orientation

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Organization

The Assistant Facility Security Officer will assist in managing the day-to-day operations of a cleared facility for unclassified and classified government contracts.

Essential Duties:

• Assists FSO in administering all industrial security program functions, including physical and personnel security, investigations, education, operations security (OPSEC) and communications security (COMSEC) operations.
• Serve as the Alternate COMSEC Manager
• Develops, implements and interprets policies and practices of the program including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new contracts
• Resolves security issues, identify changes to government policy and update company security program based on government policy changes.
• Assists in conducting self-inspections for all classified programs to report results to senior leadership.
• Works with Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) directives
• Serve as the primary contact for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's Security Vulnerability Assessments (DCSA SVAs) and inspections from other government agencies. Collaborate with other members of the security staff and senior leadership to facilitate SVAs and inspections
• Investigate security incidents and violations relating to classified programs and establishes the basis for possible disciplinary action
• Helps ensure compliance with applicable security directives.
• Assists with maintaining the OU Insider Threat Program
• Updates company security policies and procedures as required.
• Provide security input and draft security responses for proposals.
• Develops an overarching vision and strategy for programs
• Establishes operational and strategic unit goals
• Performs related duties as assigned to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
• Provide security, educational training, and awareness

Job Location

Required Education and Experience: Master's degree, AND:

• 24 months related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 72 months experience in lieu of the Master's degree for a total of 96 months related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Must have excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Must be organized, efficient, and able to work without direct supervision.
• Demonstrated strong judgment, discretion, accountability, and initiative.
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to build rapport with students, faculty and staff
• Ability to supervise staff and communicate directions and expectations effectively
• Ability to produce reports and complete work within deadlines
• Strong initiative to solve problems in a timely manner

Certifications:

• Obtain FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities obtained within three (3) months from employment.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain within six months of employment.

Department Preferences:

• Prior experience in a defense contracting or government security role is highly desirable.
• 3 or more years of classified security experience in industry or government environment.
  OR
• 2 years of experience with US Government programs:
  • Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) eApp, National Industrial Security System (NISS), and Secure Web Fingerprint Transmission (SWFT)

Working Conditions:

• Work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air and ground.
• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or mobile device.
• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and squatting.
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs.

Special Instructions:If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.To view the policy, visithttps://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Organization: Export Controls
Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: May 20, 2025