Facility Security Officer

UG Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We are a cleared defense contractor supporting U.S. Government programs and are seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) to establish, manage, and maintain compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The FSO serves as the legally accountable authority for safeguarding classified information and ensuring full compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117). This role requires direct interaction with government security representatives, prime contractors, and cleared personnel, and carries stop-work authority for security noncompliance.

Requirements

Prior experience as a Facility Security Officer for a cleared contractor
Demonstrated working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
Experience managing DCSA inspections and self-inspections
Proficiency with DISS / NBIS systems
Active DoD Secret clearance at minimum
Ability to be designated as Key Management Personnel (KMP)
Strong documentation, reporting, and briefing skills
Ability to operate independently and exercise authority in compliance matters

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multiple classified contracts
Insider Threat Program Officer (ITPSO) experience
COMSEC exposure (if applicable to programs)
Prior government, military, or cleared industry security management background
Experience supporting TS-level programs

Responsibilities

Serve as the formally appointed Facility Security Officer under NISPOM
Establish, administer, and maintain the facility’s classified security program
Manage Facility Clearance (FCL) and Personnel Clearance (PCL) processes
Act as the primary liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) for inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
Conduct and document annual self-inspections and corrective action plans
Administer DISS / NBIS and legacy JPAS where applicable for access control, visit authorizations, and clearance actions
Oversee classified material handling, storage, transmission, reproduction, and destruction
Maintain classified contract reviews, DD254s, and security classification guidance
Implement and manage the Insider Threat Program
Develop, maintain, and enforce security SOPs and training programs
Conduct security briefings, indoctrinations, debriefings, and refresher training
Coordinate with customer security offices and prime contractor security teams
Advise executive leadership on security risk, compliance posture, and mitigation actions