Facility Security Officer

Anduril Industries•Reston, VA

About The Position

We are looking for a Facility Security Officer to join our rapidly growing team at our Reston, VA and offsite locations. The Facility Security Officer (FSO) is responsible for implementing and directing the industrial security program and ensuring company and customer security requirements are met at the Reston and off-site locations. Candidates will interface with all levels of personnel and government management personnel to ensure contract security compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Contract Security Classification Specification (DD Form 254) and Security Classification Guides (SCGs). The position requires a self-motivated candidate that can work in an independent or team environment. The candidate will be required to work with the Anduril FSO team in developing and implementing processes and procedures for the department and site, conduct security self-inspections, expand our classified footprint, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements.

Requirements

5+ years of FSO experience
Bachelors Degree or equivalent (4 years)
Must complete DISS/NISS training
Must hold Facility Program Management for Possessing Facilities certification
Current or able to obtain Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification
Must hold a current, final U.S. TOP SECRET security clearance.
Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements to include: Open Storage Areas
Understanding of DISS, e-QIP, NISS, and ISFD
Knowledge of COMSEC custodian duties
Experience creating and conducting initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post-foreign travel briefings and refresher briefings, as appropriate
Experience working in a fast-moving, dynamic environment with multiple government customers and program managers
Ability to communicate policy and procedures clearly to all cleared staff
Able to meet timelines and prioritize demands effectively
Thorough working knowledge of the 32 CFR Part 117 and other relevant DoD security guidance
Experience developing and implanting OPSEC plans
Must be able to read and interpret Security Classification Guides (SCGs) and develop and deliver training pertaining to them
Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision
Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR)

Responsibilities

Administer day-to-day security programs in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, Security Classification Guides, and program guidance: personnel processing, program reviews, document control system, inventories, audits & self-inspections, violation investigations & reports, receipt/dispatch/destruction/mail logs, visit certs, etc at the Reston and off-site locations.
Provide guidance to employees and recommend modifications to operations policies or procedures
Work with a variety of stakeholders and collaborators including but not limited to: Program Management, Classified IT, Classified Networks/Mission Assurance, Insider Threat and Counterintelligence, Physical Security, Legal
Act as security point person for Open Storage Area (OSA) buildout coordination from proposal through accreditation.
Ensure the maintenance of DISS for the company (in collaboration with other FSOs and PERSEC) including geographically-separated operating locations.
Process requests for changes to DISS, including analyzing requests to assure proper need-to-know justifications are enforced.
Maintain and update NISS for your Operating Location
Collaborate closely with Anduril DC and Reston security personnel, including CSSOs and CPSOs. Mentor and manage future security personnel located in the Reston area.
Coordinate, conduct, and prepare for Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVA), annual self-inspections, and other local inspections as required. Prepare and present reports with appropriate corrective actions delineated.
Send and receive collateral visit requests; oversee and provide facility badge access.
Ensure all assigned personnel meet/maintain the appropriate security clearance requirements.
Update and query required information systems as needed to perform assigned duties.
Maintain required hard-copy files to perform assigned duties. Prepare and execute required periodic reporting and or audits and reviews IAW applicable directives, regulations, and instructions.
Provide continuous training and guidance in all areas of security; including but not limited to, local procedures, OPSEC, Communications Security (COMSEC), Security Awareness.
Enforce foreign contact and travel requirements, entry procedures, escort procedures, document control procedures, and classification review/guidance requests.
Report security incidents to the Deputy Director of Industrial Security to make determinations
Provide training and guidance on handling, safeguarding, marking classified material.
Verify and provide training for requests for courier authorizations; issues those certifications.
Coordinate industrial security procedures as necessary. Review performance work statements (PWS) or Statements of Work (SOW) for contracts and ensure properly executed DD Form 254s.
Provide inputs to the security sections in response to Request for Proposals (RFP) and Broad Agency Announcements (BAA).
Maintain hard/soft copies of DD Form 254 along with personnel assigned to contract prior to indoctrination.
Manage collateral facilities, access control systems, and alarm systems. Coordinate the buildout of new Open Storage Areas (OSAs) and Restricted Areas.
Develop and update Anduril’s Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP), Confluence pages, training, and other systems of records.
Analyze and assess issues with personnel security and proposes solutions that meet standards set by applicable regulations, directives and instructions.
Ensure our Security Management software/database (SIMS) is accurate and updated at all times
Report vital site and program information to the Deputy Director of Industrial Security
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.