Facility Security Officer / Contract Special Security Officer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

$90K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Completion of FSO Program Management certification or ability to obtain before onboarding.
  • 5+ years of experience working with classified documents.
  • 2+ years in a Facility Security Officer or similar role.
  • Experience with personnel file databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and solve problems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage compliance of the WRA Industrial Security program with NISPOM.
  • Act as the primary liaison with DCSA and client-specific security offices.
  • Develop and maintain corporate security policies and emergency plans.
  • Oversee personnel security clearances and maintain records in SIMS.
  • Conduct security training and indoctrinations for staff.
  • Implement and maintain the Insider Threat Program.
  • Conduct self-inspections and manage periodic inspections by security personnel.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
  • Tuition Reimbursement for career development
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits
  • Paid time off and holidays.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a talented and motivated Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) to support our Industrial Security program in support of Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. The candidate will be a part of a collaborative team responsible for maintaining a compliant security program at WRA.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage the WRA Industrial Security program in compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other client-specific requirements.
  • Serve as WRA point of contact with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and client-specific security offices.
  • Develop and maintain corporate security program to include Standard Operating Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, and Standard Practices and Policies to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
  • Manage all aspects of personnel security clearances, including maintaining records database in SIMS, processing documentation for initial clearances/continuous evaluations, and providing security indoctrinations and debriefings.
  • Conduct security education training and briefings in support of the Industrial Security program, including annual refresher, courier briefings, derivative classification training, OPSEC training, monthly newsletters, and other client-specific training.
  • Maintain and implement Insider Threat Program.
  • Conduct onboarding of new personnel.
  • Manage all aspects of the day-to-day execution of classified work within secure spaces, including development and execution of Policy and Procedures Manuals.
  • Conduct annual security self-inspections, including documentation and tracking follow up actions.
  • Manage all aspects of periodic inspections by DCSA and client security personnel, including preparation, documentation, and follow-up.
  • Manage and implement compliant document control procedures, including inventory, marking, and incoming/outgoing classified document transfers.
  • Process incoming and outgoing classified visit requests.
  • Review and prepare DD254s and other contract security documentation and guidance.
  • Coordinate with WRA ISSM/ISSO to maintain accreditation of Information Systems.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to AFSO.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree - prior relevant experience may be substituted for education requirement.
  • Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities in Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) or ability to obtain before start date.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working with classified documents and/or working in a classified environment.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as Facility Security Officer, Assistant Facility Security Officer, or similar.
  • Experience working with personnel file databases.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Strong written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Experience working directly with senior-level leadership.
  • Ability to exercise mature judgment and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
  • US Citizenship.
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance required. Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong working knowledge of and experience with NISPOM, DISS, and NBIS.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $90,000.00 - $150,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Position # 3248

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