Facilities Security Officer
Virginia, VA - USA
Job Summary
Role Overview
Are you passionate about security compliance and supporting mission-critical work Were looking for a highly organized and detail-orientedFacilitiesSecurity Officer (FSO)to lead and maintain ourgovernment security clearance programs.
In this role you will serve as the primary administrator of the companys Facility Clearance (FCL) and personnel security clearance program helping ensure our continued ability to perform classified work for Government will also play a critical role in managing compliance with Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) requirements supporting facility clearance eligibility government reporting obligations and mitigation partner with employees leadership government representatives and cross-functional teams to maintain compliance support clearedpersonnel andstrengthen ouroverallsecurity posture.
NOTE: Candidate must reside inVirginia.
What Youll Do
Manage Facility Security& FOCI Compliance
Serve as the primary point of contact for facility clearance administration and government security matters.
Maintain the organizations Facility Clearance (FCL) and support all required compliance activities reporting and documentation.
Coordinate government inspections audits self-assessments and security reviews.
Monitor organizational changes involving ownership governance key management personnel investments acquisitions and foreign business relationships that could impact facility clearance eligibility.
Support the administration of Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) compliance requirements mitigation agreements reporting obligations and related government filings.
Partner with Legal Finance HR and Corporate Development teams to evaluate potential FOCI implications arising from corporate transactions ownership changes and strategic partnerships.
Develop and maintain security policies procedures and records that support classified operations and regulatory compliance.
Administer Personnel Security Clearances
Manage the full lifecycle of employee security clearances including initial applications renewals upgrades periodic reviews transfers and terminations.
Guide employees through security clearance requirements and application processes.
Maintain accurate security records and monitor clearance status and eligibility.
Coordinate onboarding security briefings debriefings and ongoing compliance requirements for cleared personnel.
Act as a trusted resource for employees and managers on personnel security matters.
Drive Security Program Compliance
Conduct internal audits to ensure continued compliance with security requirements.
Track corrective actions and support remediation of identified findings.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and evidence.
Support reporting of security incidents violations and compliance concerns as required.
Develop compliance metrics and security program reporting for leadership.
Promote Security Awareness
Deliver security orientation and annual refresher training programs.
Develop educational materials and communications that promote a strong culture of security.
Stay informed on regulatory updates and industry best practices and translate them into actionable guidance for the organization.
What Were Looking For
Bachelors degree in Security Management Criminal Justice Business Administration or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience administering U.S. Government facility security clearance andgovernmentpersonnel security clearance programs.
Strong understanding of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and facility clearance requirements.
Experience supporting security compliance programs audits inspections and regulatory reporting.
Knowledge of Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) regulations and their impact on cleared contractors.
Exceptional organizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information.
Strong communication stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
Nice to Have Skills
Previous experience serving as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) within a cleared contractor environment.
Direct experience administering or supporting FOCI mitigation arrangements.
Active or previously held U.S. Government security clearance.
Experience supporting organizations performing classified work for the Department of Defenseandother U.S. Government agencies.
Familiarity with facility clearance management and personnel clearance processing systems.
Compensation & Benefits
The Compensation range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications experience knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (i.e. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary variable).
$80000 - $130000 USD
Salary range (min - max)
Position Type: Vacancy
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Unlock the truth. Protect the innocent. We provide organizations with innovative tools to investigate cyberattacks and digital crimes.