Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)

Responsibilities

Specific tasking will include, but is not limited to :

• Manage the Contract Security Program for multiple technical contracts being performed at multiple geographic locations in SCIF, unclassified offices and hybrid work environments.
• Protect classified government information and monitor security procedures, ensuring compliance with all aspects of the program including personnel, physical and administrative security systems, and procedures.
• Serve as primary interface with the third party commercial SCIF provider in both the Washington, DC and Northern Virginia areas.
• Maintain security clearance records and processes security clearance documents for personnel requiring access.
• Conduct security briefings and develop and conduct security education programs for all cleared personnel.
• Assist with developing and implementing security procedures and coordinating revisions and updates as necessary.
• Knowledge of Department of Homeland EOD / Public Trust processes and Department of State onboarding processes helpful but can train.
• Manage the performance of the following independent duties :
• Processing incoming and outgoing classified documents and materials.
• Demonstrated expertise utilizing Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Background Investigative Services (NBIS) & Scattered Castles.
• Conduct electronic and manual fingerprinting.
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visits to include passing visits via DISS or other customer specific procedures.
• Assist with investigating security violations and prepare reports specifying preventive actions.
• Assist with conducting annual security self-reviews and follow up on corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit Reinstatements, Crossovers, Nomination Letters, 4311s, CPRLs, and similar items.
• Ensure all SF86s (word document or eApp) are reviewed for accuracy prior to submission.
• Track community badge expiration dates and ensure all badge renewal submittals are submitted in a timely fashion.
• Provide security indoctrinations, debriefings, and annual refresher trainings.
• Assist with processing, updating and maintaining subcontract DD254s, submitting and maintaining SCI, SAP and CPRL nomination packages and billet rosters.
• Provide on-site security support activities in the areas of Program, Personnel, Physical, COMSEC and Information Security.
• Provide training and / or demonstrate familiarization with security related equipment such as STEs, shredders, and the use of intrusion detection devices and electronic security access systems.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years' experience as a security officer, CSSO or similar with work being performed at multiple geographic locations.
• Experience working directly with senior level corporate and government staff
• Must have demonstrated the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks and conflicting customer requirements. Ability to follow directions is a must.

Applicants must be able to work well alone and as part of a team.

• The ability to maintain an excellent level of customer service and be able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Highly motivated, self-learner, and technically inquisitive.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Expert-level proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel (including Pivot-tables).
• Working understanding of Adobe tools such as Adobe Sign, Forms, and utilization of templates.

Preferred Technical Skills :

• Ability to understand Microsoft Power Automation and troubleshoot issues.
• Working understanding of Adobe tools such as Adobe Sign, Forms, and utilization of templates.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint to include lists.

Clearance Requirements :

• Citizenship required.
• Top Secret government clearance required, however TS with Poly preferred.
30+ days ago