Facility Security Officer (FSO)/ Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO)

Clarity Innovations•Herndon, VA

11d•$133,500 - $227,000

About The Position

Clarity Innovations is seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) to administer, implement, oversee, and continually improve its industrial security and insider threat programs. The role ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), 32 CFR Part 117, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements, Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), and applicable Department of War, Intelligence Community, and government customer security directives. As the primary security authority for assigned cleared facilities, the FSO/ITPSO manages personnel security, classified information protection, security education and awareness, incident reporting, government inspections, and industrial security compliance. As ITPSO, the role administers a comprehensive program to identify, assess, report, and mitigate potential insider threats to classified information, personnel, facilities, systems, and national security interests. The position works closely with the Director of Security, executive leadership, Information Technology, Human Resources, Legal, other security officers, and government security representatives. The successful candidate will bring strong regulatory knowledge, sound judgment, interpersonal skills, and the ability to balance security requirements with operational objectives. The position requires an active Top Secret clearance and 10 or more years of industrial security experience supporting cleared federal contractors. The posted salary range is $133,500–$227,000, with the actual offer dependent on job-related factors and applicable location and contract requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 10 years of industrial security experience supporting cleared federal contractors.
Prior experience as an FSO, Assistant FSO, Senior Industrial Security Specialist, or comparable security program lead.
Demonstrated knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and applicable Security Executive Agent Directives.
Experience developing, administering, or substantially supporting an insider threat program.
Experience preparing for and supporting DCSA security assessments and annual self-inspections.
Proficiency with DISS, NISS, NBIS, and related government personnel and facility security systems.
Experience administering personnel security processes and security reporting requirements.
Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical policies and procedures.
Experience developing and maintaining SPPs, security plans, training programs, and compliance documentation.
Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing requirements, and provide effective security support in a fast-paced environment.
Active Top Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain required customer-specific accesses.
Completion of applicable DCSA FSO Certification, or ability to complete required training within 6 months.
Completion of required DCSA ITPSO training before assuming appointment duties.
Ability to complete additional government- or customer-directed training.

Nice To Haves

Current SCI eligibility and/or access is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as designated FSO for assigned cleared facilities and CAGE codes, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 and applicable government security requirements.
Develop, implement, maintain, and improve the industrial security program, including Standard Practice and Procedures, security policies, operating procedures, and compliance documentation.
Administer Facility Clearance requirements, coordinate with DCSA, maintain facility information and records in NISS, and ensure applicable Key Management Personnel are appropriately documented and processed.
Review, interpret, and administer DD Form 254 and other classified contract security requirements; coordinate security needs for contract awards, subcontractors, facility changes, and organizational growth.
Assess security processes, advise leadership on regulatory requirements and risks, and support standardization across facilities and CAGE codes when applicable.
Serve as the appointed ITPSO and maintain an Insider Threat Program Plan compliant with applicable requirements and DCSA guidance.
Establish and lead an Insider Threat Working Group or equivalent cross-functional coordination structure.
Coordinate the lawful and authorized collection and evaluation of insider threat information; establish procedures to identify, document, escalate, and report potential indicators.
Maintain insider threat records, ensure timely reporting, deliver awareness training, train personnel with program duties, and conduct program effectiveness reviews.
Support DCSA insider threat assessments, inspections, and corrective actions while promoting responsible reporting and protecting privacy and due process.
Plan and execute annual security self-inspections, maintain inspection tools and documentation, and prepare facilities for DCSA reviews and other government inspections.
Coordinate inspection activities, identify deficiencies, develop and monitor corrective action plans, prepare compliance reports and management briefings, and support SMO self-inspection certification requirements.
Monitor changes to NISPOM, DCSA guidance, and government directives and update internal security processes accordingly.
Oversee classified information receipt, handling, safeguarding, transmission, reproduction, destruction, accountability, and document control as applicable.
Ensure classified information access is limited to authorized personnel with appropriate eligibility, access authorization, and need-to-know; maintain approved storage and safeguarding practices.
Coordinate facility security, access control, classified visits, and government inspections with physical security personnel and relevant program security staff.
Support classified information incident response and preliminary inquiries; document, escalate, and report security violations and potential compromises.
Coordinate with ISSMs and cybersecurity teams to align industrial security operations with system security plans and continuous monitoring requirements.
Develop and maintain the Security Education, Training, and Awareness Program; deliver initial briefings, annual refresher, insider threat, and specialized training.
Develop training materials and awareness communications, track required training completion, maintain records, identify knowledge gaps, and promote a positive security culture.
Manage security incidents from identification through resolution, including documentation, assessment, escalation, reporting, preliminary inquiries, and corrective actions.
Coordinate incident response with authorized security leadership, government representatives, Human Resources, Legal, Information Technology, and organizational leadership.
Support graduated disciplinary procedures consistent with organizational policy and applicable legal requirements.