Assistant Facility Security Officer — Secure DoD Environments

Capstone Research Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company Provided Medical and Dent

Matching 401K

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Capstone Research Corporation, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, seeks an Assistant Facility Security Officer to support the FSO in maintaining compliance with security requirements for protecting classified information, personnel clearances, and physical security.

The role involves managing access controls, badge systems, visitor logs, document control, and incident reporting while coordinating with security, IT, and external partners to ensure secure operations.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in security related roles.
• U.S. citizenship and Active Secret Clearance – ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance.
• Completion of CDSE training including FSO for Possessing Facilities Curriculum.
• Knowledge of NISPOM, DISS, e-QIP, and related DoD security systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Level of physical ability to manage emergencies and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the FSO in administering the facility's security program and ensuring compliance with NISPOM, DoD directives, and other applicable regulations.
• Manage on-site physical security aspects: access controls, badging, alarm testing, key control, and safeguarding SCIFs.
• Serve as a member of the Corporate Insider Threat Plan Working Group.
• Conduct or support security self-inspections, audits, and program reviews to identify vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to policies.
• Process and maintain personnel security clearances (via DISS) including new hires, transfers, reinvestigations, debriefings, and continuous vetting.
• Support the FSO with security briefings, debriefings, awareness training, and orientations for employees.
• Manage visitor control and maintain visitor logs.
• Oversee document control for classified materials and accountability of assets.
• Investigate, document, and report security incidents and assist in corrective actions.
• Support incoming/outgoing classified shipments and maintain related records.
• Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining security files/records and assisting with proposals or contracts involving security requirements.
• Manage day-to-day facilities operations including maintenance, space planning, and vendor coordination to ensure a secure workplace.
• Coordinate with Security, IT, landlords, and service providers to support secure areas and compliance.

Skills

Security experience

Security clearance

Compliance knowledge

CDSE training

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Education

CDSE training

Job description

Capstone Research Corporation, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, seeks an Assistant Facility Security Officer to support the FSO in maintaining compliance with security requirements for protecting classified information, personnel clearances, and physical security.

The role involves managing access controls, badge systems, visitor logs, document control, and incident reporting while coordinating with security, IT, and external partners to ensure secure operations.