Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Facility Security Officer:

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Facility Security Officer (FSO) to oversee all aspects of our industrial security program in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). The FSO will be responsible for safeguarding classified information and ensuring adherence to government security standards while supporting personnel and facility clearances.

Primary Responsibilities

The FSO is responsible for implementing the industrial security program and ensuring company and customer security requirements are met. Specifically:

• Conduct FSO duties in the following areas: process of Prime and Sub DD254s; escorting uncleared personnel/visitors; maintain facility checklists; conduct routine inspections; maintain databases; respond to emerging security-related issues; process outgoing visit requests and validate incoming visit requests; maintenance and accreditation upkeep of multiple sensitive compartmented information facilities (SCIFs), etc.
• Conduct Personnel Security processing actions including requesting, reviewing, approving, and submitting Entry on Duty (EOD) packages up to and including SCI nomination packages in accordance with customer requirements.
• Maintain Personnel Security databases to track new employee security clearance actions and annual security training completion status.
• Conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements.
• Coordinate with security professionals, program managers, capture managers, counterintelligence investigators.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, such as government customers, oversight authorities (e.g., DCSA, NSA/COR), SCIF accreditation inspectors, etc.
• Document compliance activities in accordance with the governing authority approved authorization package.
• Update and maintain facility check lists, as needed.
• Use centralized services and databases to record clearances, incident reports, movement of personnel, visit requests, etc. to inform the collection of robust performance metrics and location of personnel around the globe.
• DISS, NISS, NBIS, SWFT, eNOM, ACCS experience.
• Ensure cleared personnel are completing and maintaining required security education and training.
• Ensure proper protection and corrective measures are taken when an incident or vulnerability is discovered.
• Conduct customer required inspections of SCIFs, upload results to customer databases.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Required Skills

• Through working knowledge of the 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule, other relevant DoD security guidance as well as the Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) standards, especially ICD 705.
• Experience managing open storage areas, experience building and working in SCIFs.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently, customer service orientated.
• Commitment to security - creating and delivering the highest value to customers.
• Ability to interpret company and government security policies and apply them to program operations.
• Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), collateral Closed Areas, and Restricted Areas. Along with working knowledge of SF-86, SF-312, DD-254, SF700, SF702 and other required forms.
• Thorough understanding of security databases.
• Experience creating and conducting initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings and refresher briefings, as appropriate.
• Ability to develop and establish an effective security awareness, training, and education program.
• Assist in executing the requirements set forth in the Technology Control Plan (TCP) for foreign visitors.
• Communicates with parties within and outside of own area, which may include external constituents depending upon the area.
• Candidates must possess an active Top-Secret clearance and be able to meet eligibility requirements for SCI access.
• Extensive experience with classified and unclassified networks and facility clearance requirements.
• Demonstratable experience communicating information security and risk-related concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills and demonstrate poise and ability to act calmly and competently in high-pressure, high-stress situations.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are a must.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Must be able to work in a constantly changing regulatory environment with short-, mid-, and long-term timelines for remediating any non-compliance.
• Must be highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to proofread for accuracy, completeness, grammar, and format.
• Ability to enter data efficiently, timely, and correctly to meet deadlines.
• Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Prior experience in Personnel and Industrial Security.
• COMSEC Custodian certificate or experience.

Desired Skills

• Prior experience as a Assistant Facility Security Officer or Facility Security Officer.
• FSO training certificate with Safeguarding or the ability to completed within 6 months after hire.
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification or Certified Protection Professional (CPP).
• Courier preparation procedures.
• Experience developing and implementing OPSEC plans.
• Knowledge of Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems.
• Experience conducting Security incident inquiries.
• Professional Certifications/Affiliations.

Security clearance:

• Must hold an active Top-Secret clearance.

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.