Facility Security Officer 1 (FSO)

AEVEX Corp.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX Corp. is seeking an onsite Facility Security Officer (FSO) in Boca Raton, FL. The FSO will administer the industrial security program, advise management on requirements, and ensure safeguarding of classified information in accordance with NISPOM and DoD directives.

The role requires strong attention to detail, professional judgment, and the ability to coordinate with DCSA and other government security officials. Some irregular hours and security training are required.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of NISPOM requirements and DoD security policies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with security training, reporting, and self-inspections.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the facility security program per 32 CFR Part 117 and NISPOM.
• Advise management on industrial security requirements, risks, and corrective actions.
• Maintain security policies, SPPs, and records for classified information.

Skills

NISPOM knowledge

Security compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor in security management

ISP certificate

Job description

This is an onsite position that may require working irregular hours when applicable.

Job Overview

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) is responsible for the day-to-day administration, implementation, and oversight of the company's industrial security program in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), applicable Department of War (DoW) security requirements, and other applicable U.S. Government security regulations and contractual requirements. The FSO serves as a point of contact for industrial security matters and advises management and employees on requirements for safeguarding classified information. The FSO establishes and maintains security processes, provides security training, manages personnel security requirements, coordinates security reporting, conducts self‑inspections, and supports DCSA assessments and reviews. The position requires sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret and apply NISPOM requirements to the company's specific operations. The FSO 1 works under established procedures and supervision while developing practical knowledge of NISPOM Requirements.

Essential Functions

• Administer and maintain the company's facility security program in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and applicable government security requirements.
• Serve as the primary advisor to company management regarding industrial security requirements, risks, vulnerabilities, and corrective actions.
• Maintain, and implement security policies, procedures, and Standard Practice Procedures (SPP) applicable to the facility's classified operations.
• Maintain appropriate controls to protect classified information from unauthorized access, disclosure, loss, theft, or compromise.
• Manage personnel security requirements, including security clearance eligibility, access authorization, nondisclosure agreements, security briefings, debriefings, and applicable personnel reporting requirements.
• Conduct required initial, refresher, special, and termination/debriefing security briefings.
• Manage, track, and maintain industrial security records, personnel security actions, training, visit requests, classified information accountability, and other security program requirements. Identify, document, and report security incidents, adverse information, suspicious contacts, and other reportable matters in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Coordinate classified visits, meetings, information transfers, and other security‑related activities.
• Maintain appropriate procedures for the handling, safeguarding, transmission, storage, reproduction, destruction, and accountability of classified information, as applicable to the facility.
• Conduct and document the required annual self‑inspection and track corrective actions to closure.
• Prepare the organization for DCSA security reviews, assessments, inspections, and other government engagements.
• Monitor changes to NISPOM requirements and assess their impact on the company's security program.
• Coordinate with DCSA Industrial Security Representatives and other government security officials as appropriate.
• Work closely with Insider Threat, Information System Security, export control, physical security, human resources, contracts, legal, and program personnel when security requirements overlap.
• Recognize potential security issues and escalates them appropriately.
• Support COMSEC activities, including accountability, safeguarding, training, and documentation.
• Support OPSEC activities, training, and implementation of established protective measures.
• Work with team when interpreting unusual or complex NIPSOM requirements.
• Maintain required FSO training and professional knowledge of NISPOM requirements and related security policies.
• Promote a strong security culture and ensure employees understand their individual responsibilities for protecting classified information.
• Perform other industrial security duties necessary to maintain the facility's Facility Clearance (FCL) and classified operations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Basic understanding of:
• 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements
• DCSA industrial security processes and expectations
• Personnel security and classified access requirements
• Classified information safeguarding requirements
• Security incident and adverse information reporting
• Security education and training requirements
• Facility security procedures and security‑in‑depth concepts
• Classified visits, information transmission, and handling requirements
• Security self‑inspection and corrective‑action processes
• Familiarity with applicable DoD security policies, Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), and other government security requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with Microsoft Products, including Word, Excel, and Access
• Proficient procedural documentation skills

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in security management, criminal justice, business, or a related field is preferred
• Substituted with relevant security experience.
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP®) Certificate preferred.

Experience

• 0-2+ years of relevant industrial security experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Experience supporting a cleared contractor, government security program, military security program, or comparable regulated security environment is preferred.

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. While performing the duties the employee is:

Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.