Senior Security Officer

WASHINGTON, DC
Full Time
Experienced
Sr. Security Officer (FSO)
ROLE
We need an experienced Sr. Security Officer to manage all facility and personnel security requirements supporting PAE Maritime's Integrated Data Environment (IDE) contract. As one of the DoD's largest acquisition organizations, PAE Maritime operates within NAVSEA and collectively oversees the design, construction, maintenance, and modernization of destroyers, amphibious ships, special mission and support ships, and a wide range of boats and craft. In this role, you will serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO), manage all security aspects of work performed under the contract, ensure compliance with DoD and Service regulations, and maintain the contractor's Secret facility clearance and associated security infrastructure. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and be responsible for all security aspects of work performed under the contract; ensure compliance with all DoD and Service regulations regarding security.
  • Maintain the contractor's SECRET facility security clearance; manage personnel clearances using DISS and NBIS and process all required clearance actions and documentation.
  • Obtain and maintain a COMSEC account through the NSA; establish and maintain a DCSA-authorized site in support of IL6 network administration, hardware hosting, and classified communication processing.
  • Author and maintain DD Form 254s; ensure all personnel receive required briefings prior to access to classified information or COMSEC material.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain an OPSEC Program Plan in full compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) covering all contractor and subcontractor activities.
  • Support CMMC efforts and manage DCSA security reviews throughout contract performance.
  • Develop and deliver the System Security Plan (SSP) for Government review within 30 days of contract award; correct identified deficiencies within required timelines.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
  • 15+ years of professional experience in security management.
  • Experience in a security management role within the DoD, Intelligence Community, or a cleared contractor environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
  • 20+ years of professional experience in security management.
  • Hands-on experience with DISS and NBIS for personnel clearance management.
  • Experience authoring DD Form 254s.
  • Experience supporting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) efforts.
  • Demonstrated success managing DCSA security reviews.
  • Experience managing a comprehensive industrial security program in compliance with NISPOM requirements.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field – required
  • Minimum of 18 years of professional experience related to the labor category in lieu of degree.
  • Master’s degree in engineering or related field - preferred

LOCATION
  • Washington, DC

CLEARANCE
  • Secret Clearance – required
  • US Citizenship

CLIENT
  • Integrated Date Environment, PAE Maritime, NAVSEA

TRAVEL
  • No travel required.

WORK HOURS
  • Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
  • W2 Classification

RELOCATION
  • Not eligible for relocation benefits.

West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.           

Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
 
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