Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Peraton•Annapolis Junction, MD

2d•$80,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is looking for a dynamic, well organized and highly motivated individual with prior relevant experience to serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure full-scope program support and compliance in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. The FSO will be responsible for ensuring the company’s adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Special Access Program (SAP) manual and for implementing the policies, practices, and procedures contained within.

Requirements

5 years of relative FSO experience with a Bachelors Degree
9+ years of relative experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Top Secret clearance
Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
Must have a complete understanding of NISPOM, DoD Security Manuals, COMSEC, and SAP manuals.
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems.
Strong communication, computer, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
The ability to initiate and plan projects and analyze and interpret data.
The ability to produce appropriate clear, concise and detailed documentation.
Must be able to work independently and in a team.
Proficiency with ACCS, NISS, DISS, NBIS and e-App
Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum and NSA’s COMSEC Manager Training Course (IAEC-2112) and a working knowledge of NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16 required.

Nice To Haves

SIMS database experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight of the processing of new employee security clearances including tracking within Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS)
Management of DOD collateral spaces with coordination with program management
Oversight of SAP to include support development, review, and maintenance of program security documentation for SAP
Assist in the administration of a SAPF area and in the response to after-hours alarms and emergency conditions
Oversight and administration for a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness programs for cleared employees to include conducting Initial Security Briefings, Security Classification Program Briefings, Refresher Training, and Debriefings
Conduct periodic self-inspections on the security posture of the company to determine performance and cost effectiveness and advise management of any deficiencies and recommendations
Communicate security procedures to employees and subcontractors, and provide guidance and assistance to project managers and staff in meeting security requirements
Maintain all security documentation and files accurately for document control, visitor control, and personnel security using Access Commander and in accordance with requirements
Responsible for the preparation, management, and interfacing with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Knowledge of Communication Security (COMSEC) and of COMSEC Account Custodian of keying material for communication devices to include the use of DIAS
Investigate and review security violations, preparing reports, and recommending specific preventive and corrective action to be taken