Facility Security Officer

KeenLogic•Washington, DC

21h•Remote

About The Position

KeenLogic is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Maryland, providing high-quality IT and professional services to federal government clients. KeenLogic is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Facility Security Officer (FSO) to join our team. This part-time, remote role is responsible for overseeing the company’s security program in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), managing security clearances, and maintaining proper documentation and procedures in support of our federal contracts. While the position is remote, candidates located in the DC/Virginia area are preferred due to annual in-person conferences. Candidates outside the area must be willing to travel on an annual basis.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen
Active Top Secret clearance
5+ years of experience as an FSO supporting federal contracts
Demonstrated experience supporting both W2 employees and 1099 contractors under a cleared security program
Proficiency in DISS, NISS and NBIS
In-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA policies, and industrial security best practices
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for all security-related matters, including personnel and program security
Manage and maintain personnel security clearances and associated documentation using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
Oversee clearance initiation, background check coordination, and maintenance of personnel security records
Maintain and update Facility Clearance (FCL) documentation, including Key Management Personnel (KMP) listings and insider threat program materials
Ensure compliance with all Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements
Conduct annual self-inspections and support DCSA reviews and assessments
Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and training in alignment with NISPOM requirements
Deliver required security briefings and ongoing training to staff, including classified material handling and threat awareness
Investigate and report security incidents or concerns and implement corrective actions when needed
Coordinate visit requests, adverse information reporting, and other personnel security-related activities
Act as liaison with internal leadership and external government stakeholders to ensure full compliance with contract security obligations
Process visit requests and clearance verifications through DISS
Monitor and report adverse information and incidents, as required
Coordinate with leadership and HR on security onboarding and offboarding
Stay current on policy changes and best practices in industrial security