Facility Security Officer (FSO)/IT Security Administrator

STI•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Technology, Inc. (STI) is seeking a Facility Security Officer / IT Security Administrator to serve as the company's designated FSO of record and to manage the classified IT systems that support our NISPOM-governed defense programs. This is a hands-on, dual-hatted role at a growing facility — you'll run day-to-day industrial security operations (classified document control, personnel security, foreign visit processing) while also owning the security posture of the IT systems and networks that touch controlled and classified information.

Requirements

U.S. Person status required, as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.15), due to the export-controlled nature of this work
U.S. Citizen; active DoD Secret clearance required at time of hire (minimum); Top Secret eligibility preferred
3+ years of experience in industrial security, IT security administration, or a cleared/NISPOM environment
Working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and DCSA reporting requirements
Experience with DISS, NISS, or equivalent personnel security systems
Comfort administering IT systems/networks (accounts, access control, patching, basic network administration) in addition to security-program duties

Nice To Haves

Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (Safeguarding Certification)
Experience serving as an ISSO/ISSM or supporting an accredited classified IT system
Familiarity with foreign visit processing and Technology Control Plans (TCPs)
Experience in a small or growing defense contractor environment (dual-hatting security and IT responsibilities)
Experience delivering security training or briefings

Responsibilities

Serve as STI's Facility Security Officer of record, executing daily collateral security operations under NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
Maintain classified document control, accountability, and safeguarding procedures
Support classified facility operations and any Restricted Areas
Process personnel security clearance requests and maintain records in DISS/NISS
Facilitate new hire security onboarding and deliver initial and annual security training/briefings
Process, disclose, and host foreign visits in accordance with NISPOM
Coordinate with program and engineering teams to ensure compliant execution of visits and classified meetings
Own and administer Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and ITAR/EAR compliance controls for controlled technical data
Manage security configuration, access control, and monitoring for IT systems handling classified or export-controlled information
Serve as (or support) the Information System Security Officer/Manager (ISSO/ISSM) function for accredited classified IT systems
Administer user accounts, permissions, and audit logging on classified and controlled networks in coordination with IT
Respond to security incidents, alarms, and IT security alerts; document and report per policy and DCSA requirements
Support DCSA engagement, including self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, and any FOCI-related reporting
Act as the trusted internal point of contact on security requirements for engineering, IT, and program teams
Advise leadership on NISPOM compliance obligations and reporting requirements

Benefits

Medical benefits (HMO – 100% company paid for Employees & Dependents)
Dental and vision plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement Plan and company defined contribution.
Flexible spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Fitness Program Reimbursement and Technology Stipends
Tuition Assistance Programs
Year-round company sponsored events.
Employee rewards and recognition