Facility Security Officer

ATI | Advanced Technology International; Summerville (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance & Disability

Job summary

ATI | Advanced Technology International is hiring a Facility Security Officer to lead the security program in a hybrid/onsite schedule near Charleston, SC. You will ensure NISPOM and government policy compliance, manage a security team, and coordinate with DCSA for inspections.

The role requires DoD security experience, a Top Secret clearance or eligibility, and strong communication skills. ATI offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five or more years related experience, or two years of observed, proven, directly relevant experience.
• Master’s Degree and three or more years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and applicable experience
• Must have previous security experience and in-depth knowledge of Department of Defense security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the company’s Facility Security program and supervises a security team of 3-4 employees.
• Serves as the Facility Security Officer responsible for DD254 compliance, personnel and physical security, and information security.
• Coordinate insider threat monitoring and reporting as ATI’s insider threat program security officer.
• Oversee security documentation, briefings, records, self-inspections, and ICD 705 security requirements.
• Manage security clearances, foreign travel reporting, and indoctrination processes.
• Develop and deliver security training and ensure front desk visitor management and safety procedures.

Skills

Security operations

Insider threat awareness

OPSEC management

COMSEC custodian

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5+ yrs

Master’s degree + 3+ yrs

Tools

JPAS

DISS

SWFT

STEPP

NISS

SIMS

JADE

Job description

ATI has been named "Best Places to Work in SC" from 2017 - 2026.

This is a full-time opportunity with benefits

ATI provides Medical, Dental and Vision Plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts, including health and dependent care accounts

403B Retirement Savings plan with a very competitive company contribution

Personal time-off (pre-loaded & accrued) plus 12 paid holiday-days

Life Insurance paid by ATI

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage paid by ATI

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

ATI's standard business hours are Monday-Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM.

ATI builds and manages collaborations that conducts research and development of new technologies to solve our nation’s most pressing challenges. Our collaborations are custom-built teams of organizations from industry and academia that develop novel technologies for the federal government. Traditionally, these processes are complicated and burdensome. That’s where ATI comes in. We simplify and streamline processes to make it all work. When you work at ATI, you become a part of something larger than yourself. Our collective work – no matter what department or division you work in – ultimately enables the warfighter, saves lives, and diversifies the industrial base. At our core, ATI is a service organization. We are in service to others; it’s what we do, and it’s who we are.

Position Description

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) is directly responsible for operating an efficient and effective facility security program which is in full compliance with the NISPOM and consistent with ATI, DOD and DOE security policies, procedures and requirements. This role requires a security professional who can operate independently, manage multiple programs, interface with government and internal customers, and provide guidance across ATI and direct supervision to the Facility Security Team.

We offer a hybrid schedule (in-office & remote/work from home) or an onsite schedule and flexible hours. Candidates will need to reside near Charleston, SC to ensure work site flexibility.

Essential Functions

Manages all aspects of the company’s Facility Security program and supervises a security team consisting of 3-4 employees including front desk receptionist support.

Serves as the Facility Security Officer responsible for managing the day-to-day security requirements in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM to include DD254 compliance, Personnel and Physical Security, and Information Security.

Serve as ATI’s Insider Threat Program Security Officer coordinating insider threat monitoring and reporting.

Serve as ATI’s OPSEC Manager

Responsible for coordinating and supervising guard services at the facility.

Responsible for ensuring the security program is in compliance with the National Industry Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Generates and submits DD254, Contract Security Classification Specification, as required by ATI programs.

Responsible to conduct an annual security program self-inspection and correct and report any findings.

Responsible for preparing for and for collaborating with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) for mandated security program inspections.

Initiates initial and periodic security clearance investigation requests; manages and monitors employee’s clearances in the appropriate government system.

Manage security requirements including personnel security, indoctrinations, debriefings, access rosters, and clearance verifications

Oversee required security documentation, briefings, records, self-inspections, physical security for ICD 705 accredited facilities

Oversee front desk operations with a strong emphasis on safety and security, ensuring the front desk follows all visitor management protocols, emergency procedures, and workplace safety standards to maintain a secure and compliant environment.

Develop, coordinate and conduct security education and training as required; collaborate with Learning and Professional Develop to schedule and deliver trainings.

Serves as the COMSEC Custodian if applicable.

Develop and deliver new employee security briefings, security indoctrinations, annual refresher briefings and debriefings of employees.

Manage foreign travel reporting process and briefing requirements, as required.

Assist employees with the completion of security clearance paperwork and visit requests.

Utilize and protect personally identifiable information (PII) and other sensitive information, as required.

Administer the security program in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

Investigate reports of security violations or security issues and prepare incident reports.

Participate in external security inspections and internal self-inspections.

Conduct random entry and exit inspections; perform periodic security checks around the facility.

Review and screen DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreements, to ensure internal processes are correctly followed.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five or more years related experience, or two years of observed, proven, directly relevant experience; Master’s Degree and three or more years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and applicable experience
• Must have previous security experience and in-depth knowledge of Department of Defense security requirements. Knowledge of the NISPOM a plus.
• Must be FSO certified.
• Must have knowledge of the proper use, marking and storage of classified materials, documents and equipment.
• Must have knowledge and experience with all or most of the following tools: (JPAS, DISS, SWFT, STEPP, NISS, SIMS, and JADE).
• Knowledge, experience, and understanding of both the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) required to effectively perform duties in this position.
• Previous experience with setting up and managing secure areas is highly desired.
• Must remain current on changes to the National Security Program process and systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be able to effectively communicate at all levels of the company and externally as needed.
• Must possess a high degree of attention to detail and both competency and integrity.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must currently possess a DOD security clearance at the Top Secret level or have current eligibility.
• This position is subject to a background check that includes a review of criminal records. In reviewing an applicant’s criminal history, the company will consider prior criminal convictions that have a relationship to the job duties and responsibilities of the position. The company considers the nature of the crime, the time that has elapsed since the crime and the job duties for the position at issue in making an individualized determination. Individuals may be excluded when the company determines, based on the above factors, that hiring, transferring or promoting the applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees or its customers and vendors.
• If you are a qualified candidate, we encourage you to apply even if you have a prior criminal conviction(s). Convictions will not automatically disqualify the candidate, However, conviction(s) will be considered and balanced against the age of the candidate at the time of the offense, time elapsed since the offense, type of offense, potential impacts of such on the work environment, sensitivity of the position(s) available/sought, and similar independent factors relevant to the employment requirements at ATI.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular physical activity to include walking, bending, stooping, reaching, standing and prolonged sitting.

Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment.

Must be able to occasionally move/lift up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position is located in an air-conditioned, environmentally controlled atmosphere. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the distraction level in the work environment is often heavy.

ATI is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

ATI complies with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination provision mandated by Executive Order 13665.

Anticipated starting salary is in range commensurate with education and experience: