Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)/Facility Security Officer (FSO)

The Pennsylvania State University • Reston, VA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for an energetic, detail-oriented, analytical, and self-starting security professional to operate as a Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)/Facility Security Officer (FSO) in our Security Services Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State, located in Reston, VA. In this position, you’ll be a key contributor of our security team, building high-trust partnerships with our team and management as you support collateral and sensitive compartmented information programs. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Follow the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD), and other government regulations to administer aspects of the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence, and other industrial security programs while ensuring compliance with government and ARL security policies and procedures Prepare SF86/ eApplication (eAPP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) customer nomination packages, and coordinate with customer security representatives to process security clearance requirements Prepare and issue subcontractor DD254s and visit authorization letters (VALs), validate/coordinate cleared visitors, and create/program employee badges Interface with program management to address specific security items for each program/contract, protect classified government information, monitor security procedures, and ensure compliance with all program aspects, including personnel, physical, and administrative security systems and procedures Interpret security policies and directives, develop and conduct various security and security education program briefings, and provide guidance and train employees on access, classification, marking, and record maintenance Maintain classified storage and audits of documents, investigate losses and security violations, and recommend corrective actions Maintain alarm system including updates, combination changes, and records Maintain files for customers and audits Prepare for and represent ARL in bi-annual self-inspections

Requirements

• Active security clearance, at the Top-Secret level or higher with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility
• Defense Information System for Security (DISS), Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Process (e-QIP)/eAPP, National Industrial Security System (NISS), and National Background Investigations Services (NBIS)
• Industrial security with 32 CFR, 117 NISPOM, and ICD knowledge
• Personnel and physical security, visitor control, and document handling
• Security management in a contractor community
• Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities in Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively manage ambiguity and multi-task in a fast-paced and agile environment
• Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None
• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of SCI Contractors Special Security Officer (CSSO) course
• Completion of additional CDSE correspondence courses
• DOD/IC policy and nomination process

Responsibilities

• Follow the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD), and other government regulations to administer aspects of the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence, and other industrial security programs while ensuring compliance with government and ARL security policies and procedures
• Prepare SF86/ eApplication (eAPP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) customer nomination packages, and coordinate with customer security representatives to process security clearance requirements
• Prepare and issue subcontractor DD254s and visit authorization letters (VALs), validate/coordinate cleared visitors, and create/program employee badges
• Interface with program management to address specific security items for each program/contract, protect classified government information, monitor security procedures, and ensure compliance with all program aspects, including personnel, physical, and administrative security systems and procedures
• Interpret security policies and directives, develop and conduct various security and security education program briefings, and provide guidance and train employees on access, classification, marking, and record maintenance
• Maintain classified storage and audits of documents, investigate losses and security violations, and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain alarm system including updates, combination changes, and records
• Maintain files for customers and audits
• Prepare for and represent ARL in bi-annual self-inspections

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees