Facility Security Officer (possessing facility) Job Listing at SPA in Alexandria, VA (Job ID 2025-19843)

Description

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Experience 10+ years in industrial security with direct experience as an FSO at a large fast paced possessing facility.
• Cogswell Award recipient, or a consistent track record of Superior and Commendable ratings for a large possessing facility.
• Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities training through CDSE
• Proficiency with DISS, NISS, SWFT, NBIS, and other security related systems.
• In-depth understanding of the NISPOM, Insider Threat Program requirements, and industrial security best practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; attention to detail; ability to work independently and handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Familiarity with SCIF and SAPF requirements.
• Active member in a security association

• A minimum of an active Top Secret clearance is required; TS/SCI is strongly preferred

Security Program Management

• Develop and enforce facility security policie4s and procedures in compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117).
• Ensure proper safeguarding and handling of classified materials, including storage, transmission, and destruction.
• Conduct and document required self-inspections and corrective actions plans in accordance with DCSA guidelines.
• Manage and maintain the facility's Facility Clearance (FCL), and branch offices, including submission of necessary documentation and coordination with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).
• Maintain the FCL and ensure ongoing eligibility by submitting required documentation, changes, and sponsorships via National Industrial Security System (NISS).

DCSA Compliance and Reporting

• Act as the primary liaison with DCSA Industrial Security Representative (ISR).
• Submit required reports, documentation, and change notifications through NISS, DISS, and other DCSA platforms including:
  • Loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified information
  • Changes in KMPs
  • Adverse Information reports
  • Suspicious contact reports
  • FCL sponsorship or modifications
  • Prepare for and lead DCSA security reviews and assessments.
  • Stay current on DCSA updates, advisories, and compliance requirements, and proactively adjust the facilities posture accordingly.

Personnel Security

• Process and maintain personnel security clearances via DISS.
• Maintain records of cleared employees and manage reinvestigations and continuous vetting requirements.
• Conduct initial, annual, and special briefings, debriefings, and insider threat training.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and briefings.

Classified Material Control & Information Security

• Oversee receipt, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified information.
• Maintain accountability and control of all classified assets and records.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding standards including proper use of GSA-approved containers and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Manage secure storage containers and combinations; ensure proper accountability of classified holdings.
• Maintain access control logs, courier authorizations, and destruction certificates.
• Oversee secure communications and courier procedures.

Insider Threat Program

• Support the Insider Threat Program Senior Official
• Monitor personnel behavior for insider threat indicators and maintain reporting protocols in accordance with NISPOM and DCSA requirements.
• Conduct annual insider threat awareness training and maintain documentation of compliance.

Physical and Industrial Security

• Manage physical access controls, alarm systems, and visitor control procedures for classified spaces.
• Coordinate with IT to ensure security integrity of classified processing environments.
• Support SCIF/SAPF operations in compliance with applicable directives.
• Ensure physical protection of classified processing and storage areas; coordinate with facility maintenance and security vendors for IDS/Secure Area issues.
• Manage the alarm response protocols and ensure compliance with UL 2050 standards.

Compliance and Liaison

• Serve as the primary point of contact with DCSA Industrial Security Representative (ISR).
• Prepare for and support DCSA security reviews and audits; respond to findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with group leaders, program managers, IT personnel, and cybersecurity to align security practices.

Security Education Training and Awareness

• Develop, conduct, and document recurring training for all cleared and uncleared personnel on security procedures, counterintelligence awareness, and operational security (OPSEC).
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with annual and caveat training certificate requirements.

**Must be willing to work onsite in Alexandria, VA, Monday through Friday (5 days a week). This is a fully onsite role with no remote or hybrid options at this time**