Facility Security Officer / Contract Special Security Officer (CSSO)

Parsons Corporation•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) to join our team! In this role, you will get to oversee and manage security compliance and operations for a diverse range of programs supporting national security. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge and experience in managing security programs in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).
Completion of the FSO Management Course (mandatory).
Experience with DCSA inspections and maintaining a compliant security program.
Strong understanding of personnel security processes, including clearance processing, onboarding, and reinvestigations.
Proven ability to conduct self-inspections and prepare for government audits.
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience working with various government agencies and programs, including familiarity with NGA security protocols.
Ability to safeguard classified information and ensure compliance with secure handling, storage, and transmission procedures.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in implementing security policies and procedures.
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph clearance prior to the start date.

Nice To Haves

Broad experience managing security programs in compliance with government regulations.
Completion of the FSO management course.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Familiarity with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), ICDs, and personnel security processes.

Responsibilities

Administering comprehensive security programs, including personnel security and compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and ICDs.
Maintaining a fully compliant security program to meet DCSA inspection standards.
Managing security activities across multiple programs and ensuring adherence to government regulations.
Conducting self-inspections and preparing for government security audits.
Collaborating with stakeholders to maintain compliance with classified systems.
Safeguarding classified information and ensuring adherence to security procedures.