Facility Security Leader - NISPOM and DCSA Ready

Advanced Programs Inc.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Programs, Inc. (API) is seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer to own the security program at our Salem, NH facility. You will run our NISPOM program, work directly with DCSA and leadership, and shape security culture across the site.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, 3–5 years of related experience, and strong independent-working skills for briefings, reports, and RMF coordination. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• An active Secret clearance, and eligibility for higher clearance.
• Hands-on experience with NISPOM and government contracting security requirements.
• 3–5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Confidence working independently, with strong communication skills for briefings and reports.
• A track record with DCSA assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead our security program in compliance with NISPOM, partnering with DCSA on inspections, security reviews, and SVAs.
• Write and maintain the Standard Practice Procedures (SPP), and set the security culture for the facility.
• Manage the full lifecycle of cleared personnel in NISS, DISS, eApp, NBIS, and DIAS, including processing, briefings, debriefings, and reporting.
• Design and deliver security education and training to employees, customers, and sponsors.
• Serve as COMSEC Custodian, accounting for all COMSEC material and its movement.
• Conduct self-inspections, administrative inquiries, and incident investigations; generate and submit reports.
• Partner with our ISSM/ISSO through every phase of the RMF process, and review and approve contingency plans.
• Participate in the Insider Threat Committee, and oversee visits, access control, badging, and secure work area requirements.
• Manage safeguarding requirements for secure areas.
• Own and renew PO Box access annually, and send and retrieve documents and packages as needed.

Skills

Secret clearance

NISPOM experience

Briefings & reporting

DCSA assessments

Job description

Advanced Programs, Inc. (API) is seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer to own the security program at our Salem, NH facility. You will run our NISPOM program, work directly with DCSA and leadership, and shape security culture across the site.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, 3–5 years of related experience, and strong independent-working skills for briefings, reports, and RMF coordination. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.