Alternate Facility Security Officer (FSO)

RAND • Santa Monica, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Alternate Facility Security Officer (A/FSO) assists the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in implementing security policies and procedures related to government classified information, personnel security, physical security, operational security, and facility safety. The position is required under 32 CFR Part 117.7 (NISPOM Rule) and includes document control and accountability for classified documents and hard drives. The A/FSO assumes the FSO’s responsibilities when the FSO is absent and must be able to work autonomously with minimal oversight, make independent decisions, and interface effectively with RAND senior leadership and government officials. The role is based in RAND’s Santa Monica, California office and requires an onsite presence five days per week.

The successful candidate must develop working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 and other relevant government regulations, complete specified FSO and Insider Threat training within six months of starting, and maintain high standards of security and compliance. A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Less than one year of relevant experience is required, while one to two years is preferred. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for access to U.S. government classified information and pass a background check.

The salary range is $64,400–$96,100. RAND states that its benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid time off, and additional benefits. The salary range includes base pay and RAND’s sabbatic pay, which provides additional compensation when vacation is taken.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Complete FSO training for Processing Facilities courses within six months of starting.
• Complete Insider Threat courses within six months of starting.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 within six months of starting.
• Working knowledge of computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and email, including MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to U.S. government classified information.
• Ability to make independent decisions, work autonomously with minimal oversight, and interface effectively with senior leadership and government officials.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One to two years of relevant experience.
• In-depth working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) and other pertinent government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the FSO in ensuring programs and procedures for handling secure and/or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment comply with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule).
• Maintain accountability for classified documents and hard drives as a Document Control Specialist; process material transactions, internal and external transfers, receipt and destruction of classified material, and related records.
• Conduct staff security briefings and debriefings and maintain briefing statements, security forms, and other records.
• Create, send, and receive Visit Authorization Requests and maintain DISS visit and personnel records.
• In the FSO’s absence, interact with internal staff and DCSA industrial security representatives regarding investigations and reportable issues to support NISPOM compliance.
• Process personnel security information through DISS and ensure security personnel records are accurate and complete.
• Assist with classified meeting setup and the processing of security clearances and visitor access.
• Assist with developing training materials.
• Serve as Alternate COMSEC Custodian.
• Assume the FSO’s responsibilities in the FSO’s absence.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Paid time off
• RAND sabbatic pay, which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED