Facility Security Office - VA

Systems Innovation Engineering•Falls Church, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) will be responsible for the administration, oversight, and day-to-day operation of secure operations in our Falls Church, VA office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: maintaining company Facility Clearance (FCL), initiating and maintaining employee paperwork/records, providing security education for safeguarding classified information to employees, overseeing company security and insider threat protection programs, conducting FCL security self-inspections, and providing security reporting to the government.

Requirements

2+ years of demonstrated experience managing FCL requirements in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
A bachelor's degree in business administration, management, psychology, sociology, or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
Provide clear guidance to company leadership, its employees, and recommended modifications to operations policies or procedures as appropriate under DCSA.
Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM, other relevant, current, and changing DoD security guidance as well as Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) standards.
Ability to display professionalism, discretion and diplomacy when interacting with employees and management at all levels within the company.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Expertise using MS Office toolset.
An active Secret National Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.
Must be a US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

An active Top Secret National Security Clearance.
Active-duty military experience.
Previous experience managing secure spaces.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain the company’s Facility Clearance (FCL) in full compliance with applicable U.S. government security regulations.
Initiate, process, and manage employee Personnel Security Clearances (PCLs), ensuring accurate submission, tracking, and timely follow-up.
Deliver security education and training programs to employees on the proper handling and safeguarding of classified information.
Conduct required FCL self-inspections and implement corrective actions to ensure ongoing compliance.
Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for employees, guests, and external vendors. Oversee daily office operations, including mail handling, vendor coordination, and general workplace needs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for government security representatives and auditors. Support day-to-day security protocols, including access control, visitor coordination, and adherence to physical security standards.
Ensure proper control, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified materials in alignment with established security procedures.
Coordinate logistics for team meetings, office events, etc.
Collaborate with HR and IT to ensure seamless setup of workstations, systems access, and welcome processes for new employees
Maintain accurate office documentation, signage, and organizational systems to support an efficient and professional environment
Other duties as assigned.