Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Peraton

$80K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of relevant experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) with a Bachelor's Degree
  • 9+ years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required
  • Experience with DOD security processes and regulations or equivalent military training
  • In-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC, and SAP manuals
  • Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in security management systems like DISS, NBIS, and ACCS.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the processing of new employee security clearances using DISS and NBIS
  • Manage DOD collateral spaces in coordination with program management
  • Supervise the development and maintenance of program security documentation for SAP
  • Assist in managing a SAPF area and responding to alarms and emergencies
  • Conduct security education and training for employees, including briefings and refresher courses
  • Conduct self-inspections on security posture and recommend improvements
  • Maintain accurate documentation for security control and personnel security.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive security education and training programs
  • Opportunity for career advancement within a reputable organization
  • Collaboration with skilled professionals in a supportive environment
  • Access to state-of-the-art security systems and practices
  • Potential for overtime and discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is looking for a dynamic, well organized and highly motivated individual with prior relevant experience to serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure full-scope program support and compliance in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. The FSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Special Access Program (SAP) manual and for implementing the policies, practices, and procedures contained within. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide oversight of the processing of new employee security clearances including tracking within Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS)
  • Management of DOD collateral spaces with coordination with program management
  • Oversight of SAP to include support development, review, and maintenance of program security documentation for SAP
  • Assist in the administration of a SAPF area and in the response to after-hours alarms and emergency conditions
  • Oversight and administration for a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared employees to include conducting Initial Security Briefings, Security Classification Program Briefings, Refresher Training, and Debriefings
  • Conduct periodic self-inspections on the security posture of the company to determine performance and cost effectiveness and advise management of any deficiencies and recommendations
  • Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors, and provide guidance and assistance to project managers and staff in meeting security requirements
  • Maintain all security documentation and files accurately for document control, visitor control, and personnel security using Access Commander and in accordance with requirements
  • Responsible for the preparation, management, and interfacing with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
  • Knowledge of Communication Security (COMSEC) and of COMSEC Account Custodian of keying material for communication devices to include the use of DIAS
  • Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken


Qualifications

  • 5 years of relative FSO experience with a Bachelors Degree
  • 9+ years of relative experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Required: Top Secret clearance
  • Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
  • Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC, and SAP manuals.
  • Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
  • Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data.
  • The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team.
  • Proficiency with ACCS, NISS, DISS, NBIS and e-App
  • Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum and NSA's COMSEC Manager Training Course (IAEC-2112) and a working knowledge of NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16 required.
  • SIMS database experience preferred.


Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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