Facility Security Officer

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facility Security Officer to join their dynamic security team in Totowa, NJ. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career in a high-intensity, team-based environment. As a key member of the security program, you will enforce policies, develop security plans, and collaborate with various stakeholders. Your expertise will ensure compliance and enhance security measures across the organization. If you have a passion for security and a drive to support critical programs, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience in security roles.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and enforce security policies and provide guidance.
• Conduct investigations of non-compliance and prepare reports.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM

Discretion and independent judgment

Motivation and initiative

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

DISS

NISS

SIMS

Job description

Join a dynamic and growing security team implementing and providing security guidance to our Totowa/Wayne, NJ facilities. This is an opportunity to develop your career and grow your skills in a high-intensity, team-based environment, and become part of BAE Systems, a leading aerospace and defense company.

As a Facility Security Officer, you will collaborate with leadership and internal/external customers to support various programs. This role provides onsite support for the site's security program.

In this Facility Security Officer position, you will:

• Interpret and enforce government and company policies, providing guidance to employees
• Interface with program managers and maintain relationships with DCSA and US Government Security customers
• Develop and revise security plans using 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM and other program-specific instructions
• Support subcontractor security efforts, including DD254s and security guidance
• Provide security guidance and education to personnel and advise senior management
• Oversee personnel responsible for Special Programs and COMSEC
• Attract, hire, and retain top talent
• Manage personnel workloads and development plans
• Conduct investigations of non-compliance and prepare related reports

• Improve inspection, audit, and analysis methods for security performance and cost-effectiveness
• Lead government security reviews and internal security audits
• Conduct self-inspections and oversee corrective actions
• Deliver program-specific briefings
• Lead the site Insider Threat council
• Ensure compliance with closed area requirements and certify physical construction paperwork
• Establish and maintain physical security systems and contingency plans in collaboration with security managers
• Serve as incident commander for security emergencies
• Support other security disciplines such as Personnel Security, Physical Security, IA, COMSEC, and Visitor Control
• Perform additional duties as required

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Top Secret clearance
• High School Diploma with 7+ years of related experience; Bachelor's preferred
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in compliance with policies and laws
• Strong motivation, initiative, and adaptability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM
• Ability to make complex decisions independently
• Effective time management and problem-solving skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience as an FSO or DoD Security Manager
• Facility Security Officer Program Management certification (via CDSE)
• Final Top Secret Clearance
• Experience with DISS, NISS, and SIMS systems