Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)Facility Security Officer (FSO)
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Job Location:
Reston, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 76700 - 129500
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
We are searching for an energetic detail-oriented analytical and self-starting security professional to operate as a Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)/Facility Security Officer (FSO) in our Security Services Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State located in Reston VA. In this position youll be a key contributor of our security team building high-trust partnerships with our team and management as you support collateral and sensitive compartmented information programs.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
Follow the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) and other government regulations to administer aspects of the Department of Defense (DoD) Intelligence and other industrial security programs while ensuring compliance with government and ARL security policies and procedures
Prepare SF86/ eApplication (eAPP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) customer nomination packages and coordinate with customer security representatives to process security clearance requirements
Prepare and issue subcontractor DD254s and visit authorization letters (VALs) validate/coordinate cleared visitors and create/program employee badges
Interface with program management to address specific security items for each program/contract protect classified government information monitor security procedures and ensure compliance with all program aspects including personnel physical and administrative security systems and procedures
Interpret security policies and directives develop and conduct various security and security education program briefings and provide guidance and train employees on access classification marking and record maintenance
Maintain classified storage and audits of documents investigate losses and security violations and recommend corrective actions
Maintain alarm system including updates combination changes and records
Maintain files for customers and audits
Prepare for and represent ARL in bi-annual self-inspections
Required skills/experience areas include:
Active security clearance at the Top-Secret level or higher with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility
Defense Information System for Security (DISS) Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Process (e-QIP)/eAPP National Industrial Security System (NISS) and National Background Investigations Services (NBIS)
Industrial security with 32 CFR 117 NISPOM and ICD knowledge
Personnel and physical security visitor control and document handling
Security management in a contractor community
Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities in Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
Ability to effectively manage ambiguity and multi-task in a fast-paced and agile environment
Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Preferred skills/experience areas include:
Completion of SCI Contractors Special Security Officer (CSSO) course
Completion of additional CDSE correspondence courses
DOD/IC policy and nomination process
Your working location will be fully on-site located in Reston VA. This position will require periodic travel to remote locations.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Integrated Security Specialist - Senior Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree 6 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Integrated Security Specialist - Advanced Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneARLs purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific engineering and technology problems in support of the Navy the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intel Community (IC).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL visit our web site at .
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.All positions at ARL require candidates topossess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $76700.00 - $129500.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Required Experience:
Contract
Key Skills
- Security Requirements
- E-Qip
- Jpas
- FSO
- Emergency
- Access Control
- Security Procedures
- Information Security
- Document Control
- Physical Security
- Comsec
- Ensure Compliance
- Nisp
- SCI
- DoD
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