Facility Security Officer
Key Role :
Perform a wide range of functions to ensure the protection of company and government
sensitive and classified information. Apply advanced consulting skills and extensive
technical expertise, full industry knowledge. Analyze innovative solutions to complex
problems. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members.
Coordinate and monitor aspects of the DoD or other security programs and other
security activities, ensuring compliance with government and company
security policies and procedures. Conduct highly sensitive security briefings. Coordinate
all security education programs. Act as primary liaison with upper management and
outside agencies.
Basic Qualifications :
- 2 years of experience managing security requirements for sensitive security
programs, including DoD
Experience managing physical security systems and proceduresExpertise in cybersecurity best practices and incident responseExpertise in cybersecurity best practices and incident responseKnowledge of NISPOM, ICD, and DoD security requirementsTop Secret clearanceBachelor's degree, or 4 years of experience managing security requirements forsensitive security programs in lieu of a degree
Facility Security Officer (FSO) Program trainingKey responsibilities of a defense contractor security chief include :
Cybersecurity :Coordinate and monitor all facility visits to ensure no unauthorized individualhas access to classified information (often without the proper equipment)
Deliver security and procedural training to all cleared personnel (while tryingto grasp what needs to be taught)
Securely manage assets, files, inventory, and facility areas that could containsensitive data (often using sticky notes or spreadsheets)
Handle all tasks relating to cleared personnel to help staff obtain, maintain,and debrief from a clearance (often without the right tools to track progress)
Generate audit reports to maintain compliance (but have to track down theinformation just before submission)
Compliance Management :Implementing and maintaining robust security policies and proceduresaligned with NISPOM guidelines.
Conducting regular security assessments and audits to identifyvulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
Managing the process of obtaining, maintaining, and revoking securityclearances for employees.
Reporting security incidents and breaches to relevant governmentagencies.
Physical Security :Overseeing access control systems, visitor management, and securityguard operations at facilities.
Implementing security measures for classified information storage andhandling.
Managing security protocols for sensitive areas within facilities.Cybersecurity :Work with CISO to develop and implement cybersecurity strategies toprotect sensitive data and IT systems.
Monitoring for cyber threats and coordinating incident response plans.Ensuring proper data encryption and access controls for classifiedinformation.
Personnel Security :Conducting background investigations and security clearance reviews fornew hires and existing employees.
Implementing employee security awareness training programs.Managing insider threat mitigation strategiesRisk Management :Identifying potential security risks and vulnerabilities across theorganization.
Prioritizing security risks and developing mitigation plans.Communicating security risks and mitigation strategies to seniorleadership
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management :Working closely with other departments within the company to integratesecurity considerations into operations.
Maintaining communication with government security agencies regardingcompliance and reporting requirements.
Collaborating with IT teams to address cybersecurity issues.Additional Qualifications :
Experience with Microsoft Office software applicationsAbility to be detail-orientedAbility to be flexible to move from one task to another and be available for avariety of tasks as the need arises
Clearance :
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet
eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required
along with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
