Position Overview PZI Group is seeking a detail-oriented Facility Security Officer (FSO) to administer the company's personnel security program and maintain compliance with government security requirements for a small po…
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Part-time
professional certificate
Posted 15d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The FSO will administer the company's personnel security program and ensure compliance with NISP and DCSA requirements. Key duties include managing security clearances via DISS, conducting security training, and maintaining audit-ready facility documentation.
Requirements
Candidates need 3-5 years of experience as an FSO or Industrial Security Specialist with working knowledge of NISPOM and DISS. Eligibility for a U.S. Secret Clearance is required, and FSO Program Management certification is preferred.
Full job description
Position Overview
PZI Group is seeking a detail-oriented Facility Security Officer (FSO) to administer the company's personnel security program and maintain compliance with government security requirements for a small portfolio of cleared contracts.
This position is responsible for managing security clearances, maintaining compliance within the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), supporting Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements, and ensuring security records remainaccurate and audit ready.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-motivated, and experienced with government security procedures while providing excellent support to employees and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Personnel Security
Process and manage employee security clearances using DISS and related government systems.
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for cleared personnel.
Maintain accurate personnel security records and clearance documentation.
Track investigation timelines, periodic reinvestigations, and clearance status.
Ensure employees complete required security paperwork and training.
Facility Security Administration
Maintain the facility's security program in accordance with NISPOM requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for DCSA security matters.
Prepare for and support DCSA security reviews and inspections.
Maintain required facility security documentation and records.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal security regulations and contract requirements.
Compliance & Training
Conduct annual security education, awareness, and refresher training.
Brief and debrief cleared personnel as required.
Maintain security training records and documentation.
Assist with developing and maintaining security policies and procedures.
Report security incidents and assist with investigations when necessary.
Contract Security Support
Review contract security requirements and DD Form 254s.
Coordinate security requirements for new contracts and subcontractors.
Support classified visit requests and visitor control procedures.
Maintain communication with government customers regarding personnel security matters.
Administrative Support
Maintain organized security files and audit documentation.
Track compliance deadlines and required reporting.
Prepare reports for leadership regarding clearance status and compliance activities.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Required Qualifications
3-5 years' experience as FSO, AFSO, or Industrial Security Specialist.
Working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
Experience using DISS and related personnel security systems.
Familiarity with DD Form 254 requirements and personnel clearance processing.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Eligible for U.S. Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Current FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities certification (or ability to obtain).
Experience supporting DCSA security reviews.
Experience supporting small government contractors.
Familiarity with CMMC, NIST 800-171, or related government cybersecurity requirements.
Founded in 2003 in Huntsville, Alabama, Polaris Sensor Technologies, leads the industry in custom optical systems. Polaris develops advanced optical systems for military and commercial applications including air and missile defense, target detection, tracking, environmental monitoring, navigation, and hypersonic aero-optics. The company specializes in optical system design, development, integration, testing, and production, and our expertise spans hardware design and build, algorithm development, software development, testing and measurement.
Offices: 701 McMillian Way, Suite D, Huntsville, AL 35806, US
Polarimetric and Multispectral ImagingRealtime Image ProcessingCustom AlgorithmsCustom Sensor SolutionsAdvanced Electro OpticsVehicle AutomationDefense and SecurityMaritime DetectionCustom Infrared SystemsHypersonics
Founded in 2003 in Huntsville, Alabama, Polaris Sensor Technologies, leads the industry in custom optical systems. Polaris develops advanced optical systems for military and commercial applications including air and missile defense, target detection, tracking, environmental monitoring, navigation, and hypersonic aero-optics. The company specializes in optical system design, development, integration, testing, and production, and our expertise spans hardware design and build, algorithm development, software development, testing and measurement.
Offices: 701 McMillian Way, Suite D, Huntsville, AL 35806, US
Polarimetric and Multispectral ImagingRealtime Image ProcessingCustom AlgorithmsCustom Sensor SolutionsAdvanced Electro OpticsVehicle AutomationDefense and SecurityMaritime DetectionCustom Infrared SystemsHypersonics