Facility Security Officer (FSO) - Top Secret

Modern Government Solutions•Herndon, VA

8d•Remote

About The Position

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) is responsible for managing the organization's industrial security program and insider threat program in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISPOM) and DCSA requirements. This role ensures the protection of classified information, personnel, and operations while proactively identifying and mitigating insider threat risks. This role is essential to protecting classified information and ensuring the integrity of personnel and operations. By integrating industrial security with insider threat oversight, the FSO/ITPSO plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization and supporting mission success. At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees. We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system: inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. MGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

Must possess an active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience serving as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) and/or contributing to an Insider Threat Program in a cleared environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of NISPOM and DCSA security requirements, with the ability to interpret and apply guidance effectively.
Experience leading or supporting DCSA audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives, including remediation efforts.
Experience developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs), security policies, and compliance documentation in accordance with NISPOM and DCSA requirements.
Experience leveraging Microsoft SharePoint and Teams to manage security documentation, track compliance activities, and support team collaboration.
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and classified information with discretion, integrity, and sound judgment.
Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain the facility security program in accordance with NISPOM requirements.
Oversee classified information control, including receipt, storage, transmission, and destruction.
Manage personnel security processes, including clearances, visit requests, and access determinations.
Conduct initial, annual, and refresher security training, briefings, and debriefings.
Maintain accurate security records, files, and compliance documentation.
Prepare for and support DCSA security reviews, audits, and inspections.
Serve as the primary liaison with DCSA and provide security guidance to leadership.
Ensure timely reporting of adverse information, incidents, and security violations.
Implement and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
Ensure cleared personnel maintain eligibility for access to classified information.
Establish, implement, and maintain an effective insider threat program in compliance with NISPOM requirements.
Gather, integrate, and report relevant information indicative of potential insider threat risks.
Serve as a key member or advisor to the organization's insider threat program.
Ensure insider threat responsibilities are integrated across all cleared programs and personnel.
Collaborate with leadership, security, and HR to identify and mitigate insider threat risks.
Ensure insider threat training and awareness is conducted for cleared personnel.
Report insider threat information and required data to DCSA as appropriate.
Maintain documentation and records supporting insider threat program compliance.