Senior Facility Security Officer (R4917)

The FSO operates as a key contributor within a dynamic, fast-paced defense environment, responsible for executing and scaling security operations in support of classified programs. This role requires a highly adaptable, solutions-oriented professional who can balance compliance with operational speed while maintaining strict adherence to NISPOM and government security requirements.

You will partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and program teams to enable mission success while safeguarding classified information and controlled technologies.

Security Operations & Program Execution

Execute daily collateral security operations in a high-growth environment

Maintain daily classified document control, accountability, and safeguarding

Support classified facility operations and Restricted Areas

Personnel Security & Onboarding

Process badge requests and issuance with accuracy and timeliness

Facilitate weekly local new hire orientation and onboarding

Present New Hire Security Training as required

Foreign Visits & External Engagements

Daily processing, disclosure, and hosting of foreign visits in accordance with NISPOM

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliant execution

Support classified meetings hosting

Restricted Area (RA) & Access Control

Perform daily Restricted Area maintenance and access control management

Enforce entry/exit procedures and access requirements

Execute end-of-day Restricted Area security procedures

Technology Control & Compliance

Process Technology Control Plans (TCPs) in support of Corporate FSO

Support ITAR/EAR compliance and controlled technology safeguards

Incident Response & Operations

Respond to local alarms, GSOC alerts, and security incidents

Provide immediate response to outages and emergent issues

Document and report incidents in accordance with policy

Classified Handling & Logistics

Manage classified shipping and receiving

Maintain accountability and proper transfer procedures for classified materials

COMSEC & Security Support

Serve as Alternate Collateral COMSEC Officer

Support COMSEC accountability, handling, and compliance requirements

Cross-Functional Partnership

Act as a trusted security partner to internal teams

Provide guidance on security requirements, reporting obligations, and best practices

Must be a U.S. Citizen

MUST HAVE Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (Safeguarding Certification)

2-4+ years of experience in industrial security or cleared environments

Working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)

Experience with DISS, NISS, or equivalent systems

Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth defense environment

Familiarity with foreign visit processing and TCPs

Experience supporting classified facility operations or Restricted Areas

Experience delivering security training or briefings

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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