Facility Security Officer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Princess Anne (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage

Life/AD&D & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

A defense contracting firm based in Maryland is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to supervise and direct security measures for classified information. The role requires managing security compliance programs, maintaining oversight of classified systems, and leading the Insider Threat Program (ITP). Candidates must have an active TOP SECRET clearance, strong knowledge of security regulations, and at least 5 years of experience in the field. The position offers various benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET (TS) clearance.
• Extensive knowledge of industrial security administration.
• Previous successful relationship with DCSA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct security measures for classified information.
• Maintain security documentation and files according to DCSA requirements.
• Lead and implement the Insider Threat Program (ITP).

Skills

Effective communication

Strong problem-solving skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

DCSA FSO Certification

Tools

Defense Information Systems for Security (DISS)

Industrial Secure Facility Database (ISFD)

Job description

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) will supervise and direct security measures necessary for implementing the applicable requirements of this rule and the related U.S. Government (USG) security requirements to ensure the protection of classified information. The FSO will provide onsite support for all Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) security actions and serve as the primary security liaison with U.S. Government (USG), Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) counterparts. The FSO will obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies. The FSO will manage and maintain Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment. The selected candidate will develop and implement security documentation including program protection plans, SCIF/Closed area accreditation plans, and managed access plans. The FSO is also the lead Insider Threat Program (ITP) official and is responsible for all training and implementation of the program.

Essential Job Functions

• Identified as Key Management Personnel (KMP) and all associated responsibilities
• Maintain all security documentation and files in accordance with the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) or identified Cognizant Security Agency (CSA) requirements
• Prepare and issue subcontract DD254s, collaborate with Customer on Prime contract DD254s and prepare facility sponsorship documents
• Maintain classified safeguarding and prepare classified transmittals in accordance with 32CFR Part 117/NISPOM guidelines and requirements
• Lead and implement the Insider Threat Program (ITP)
• Manage and maintain oversight of all classified systems working in collaboration with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
• Review all contracts and DD254’s that have any elements of classified work associated
• Provide threat and vulnerability assessments to ensure the security and protection of Facility Clearance (FCL) government contracts and cleared employees

Other Job Functions

• Manage government security compliance program
• Manage personnel security clearances to include coordinating with the Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) initial clearance submissions and periodic reinvestigations with employees, providing guidance and instruction to employees to ensure completion of security paperwork, performing ink and electronic fingerprinting of initial clearance candidates, and providing follow-up clearance statuses on processed clearances to managers for specific contracts
• Conduct new employee security briefings, exit interviews and debriefing, investigate and report security violations and incidents
• Prepare and facilitate annual refresher training and prepare necessary documentation in support of the annual DCSA audit.
• Provide security support to HR, Recruiting, and Proposal teams
• Interpret government policies in the development and implementation of security plans and procedures.
• Conduct Semi-Annual Self Inspections
• Manage Contract Program Security Office and associated contracts
• Manage Special Access Programs (SAP) and associated contracts

Experience and Skills

• Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET (TS) clearance and be able to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or any necessary Special Access Programs (SAP)
• Must be a United States citizen
• Extensive knowledge of industrial security administration and government databases that include, but are not limited to:
  • Defense Information Systems for Security (DISS)
  • Electronic Facility Clearance database (e-FCL)
  • NBIS Electronic Application (eApp)
  • Industrial Secure Facility Database (ISFD)
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to internal and external customers with the ability to offer experienced guidance to executive staff and subcontractors.
• Must have strong knowledge of 32CFR Part 117 NISPOM, DoD, DoDi, and IC security compliance documents
• Possess knowledge of SCI processing requirements for a variety of customers
• Proven ability to work with leadership at the executive level.
• Previous successful relationship with DCSA.
• Strong communication skills, strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills; self‑motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities.
• Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of ISSM roles and responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• DCSA FSO Certification and Defense Information System for Security (DISS) training required
• 5 years of experience as an FSO to include experience as a cleared defense contractor working in corporate and government environments
• Experience with the classification management process and classification guides associated with DoD and IC information
• Experienced in implementing security policy and procedures to ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and other government security regulations.
• Experience adhering to and ensuring compliance with NISPOM, DCIDs, ICDs, Federal security regulations, and corporate security policies and procedures.
• Experience leading and conducting internal audits, participating in Government assessments and inspections, investigating and mitigating areas of risk or non‑compliance, pre‑employment vetting
• Special Access Programs (SAP) experience
• DCSA FSO certification
• COMSEC Managers certification

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
  • Safety glasses
  • Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
  • Shoe covers
• Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs in performing the work
• Ability to walk for reasonable distances in performing the work

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/AD&D & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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