Assistant Facility Security Officer

Galt; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

GALT Aerospace is seeking a Security Specialist to manage security programs in accordance with NISPOM, and to serve as a liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The role includes COMSEC, DD Form 254 management, audits, and threat assessments.

The candidate will create and maintain security files, provide briefings and training, process access and travel forms, and support investigations using DISS/NISS/e-QIP systems. Strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• 1 year of Industrial Security or personnel security administration experience.
• Experience supporting government security audits.
• Working knowledge of DISS, NBIS, eApp, and NISS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD personnel security clearance.
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage security programs in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
• Liaise with DCSA for government interactions.
• Oversee physical and personnel security and COMSEC responsibilities.
• Interpret, prepare, and manage DD Form 254 requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, investigations, and threat assessments.
• Create and maintain security files for personnel and contractors.
• Provide security briefings, debriefings, and annual training; maintain records.
• Process Visit requests, foreign travel forms, special access, and related docs.
• Process security clearance investigations using e-QIP, NISS, DISS, STEPP/CDSE.
• Ensure security policy aligns with laws and company policies.
• Maintain and manage security for Open Storage areas.

Skills

US Citizenship

Industrial Security experience

Security audits

DISS/NBIS/eApp/NISS

MS Office

Organizational skills

DoD clearance eligibility

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

DISS

NBIS

eApp

NISS

Job description

Job Description

• Security Compliance: Managing security programs in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
• Government Interaction: Acting as a liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).
• Classified Material Control: Managing physical and personnel security, including COMSEC responsibilities.
• Contract Security Management: Interpreting, preparing, and managing DD Form 254 requirements.
• Threat Assessments: Conducting internal audits, investigations, and threat assessments.
• Create and maintain security files for employees, consultants, and independent contractors.
• Provide security briefings, debriefings, security awareness training and annual training for personnel; and maintain records.
• Process Visit requests, certifications, foreign travel forms, special access, and related documentation.
• Process security clearance investigations and perform administrative support functions involving the use of e-QIP, NISS, DISS, STEPP/CDSE, and other security related systems.
• Ensure that security policy and direction is consistent with Government laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain and manage security requirements for Open Storage areas.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education

• US Citizenship
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Industrial Security or personnel security administration supporting a cleared contractor under NISPOM
• Experience supporting self-inspections or government security audits
• Working knowledge of DISS, NBIS, eApp, and NISS
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) personnel security clearance
• Strong critical and analytical thinkingPossess a high degree of organizational and communications skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure

Preferred Skills, Experience And Education

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with relevant experience
• Prior experience in an AFSO, Security Specialist, CPSO, or related security support role
• Experience supporting Insider Threat Program activities
• Completion of all Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency FSO training requirements (possessing/non-possessing)
• Industry certifications
• Industrial Security Professional
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to carry 25 pounds
• Must be able to sit or stand for 1-2 hours at a time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the facility
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Pay Scale

At GALT Aerospace, base pay is one part of the total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as one grows and develops within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $35-$45 per hour, and a specific candidate's base pay will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.