Sr Facility Security Officer

National Technical Systems
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arkansas, Camden
HWY 274 BLDG K5 (Show on map)
Apr 25, 2025
About Company: Element U.S. Space & Defense stands at the forefront of testing innovation, serving as a trusted partner to NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, government agencies, and prominent industry leaders across the space and defense sectors. Founded as NTS Technical Systems, our company brings over 60 years of experience and expertise in handling the most complex projects and programs in the world. From centrifuge testing for the latest Mars rover, vibration testing for the Space Launch System (SLS), to environmental simulations for next-generation missiles, we are the pioneering partner for highly custom, end-to-end testing design and implementation. By advancing our state-of-the-art testing technologies, subject matter expertise, and service to critical missions, Element U.S. Space & Defense has become the go-to partner for ground-breaking industries. What We Offer: Growth & Development: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. A collaborative and innovative work environment. The chance to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of space and defense. Benefits: You will be eligible to participate in the benefits offered to employees throughout their availability, including the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and more available the first of the month after date of hire Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on your hire date. Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PTVO) each year Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs Job Summary: The Senior Facility Security Officer (FSO) is responsible for implementing the industrial security program and ensuring company and customer security requirements are met. The successful candidate will interface with all levels of Element U.S. Space & Defense personnel and government management personnel to ensure contract security compliance with 32CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM), Contract Security Classification Specification (DD254), Program Classification Guides, Federal requirements for the protection of classified information, both physical and administrative. The FSO will also serve as the COMSEC Custodian and Company wide OPSEC SME. Job Responsibilities: Complete knowledge and full understanding of area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem solving techniques to identify cause Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach Oversees/Coordinate Security program for all Classified testing/training programs for all site personnel Coordinate with Project Managers, Department Managers, Sales Team and customer companies FSO to determine if facility can accept a job based on overall classification requirements and size requirements for proper handling/safeguarding/storage Coordinates with customer company's FSO to obtain required documents/information Maintain all aspects of classified visits Job Requirements: Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree Minimum 2 Years' Experience as FSO or 3 Years' Experience working in classified environments Ability to work independently and devise solutions based on limited information and precedent Ability to adapt existing approaches to resolve issues Experience creating and conducting initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings and refresher briefings, as appropriate Active Secret Level Clearance Required Working Knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Ability to obtain or possess FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Certification (within 6 months of hire) Ability to interpret NISPOM guidelines and determine how to properly safeguard classified materials Occasional travel required for OPSEC auditing Effective communication skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. EEO POLICY STATEMENT: It is the policy of NTS to offer Equal Employment Opportunity to all individuals without regards to race, creed, ancestry, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, physical disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V