Facility Security Officer (Defense) at Kforce Inc.

San Diego, CA 92111

About the Job

Kforce has a client in San Diego, CA that is looking for a Facility Security Officer (Defense). This role will support the agile development of innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies that improve the sharing of information among warfighters distributed throughout airborne, maritime, and ground environments. Duties:

Facility Security Officer will oversee and expand our security and COMSEC programs in support of National Industrial Security Program (NIST)
Prepare for and conduct periodic inspections
Complete, issue and maintain DD254s
Process necessary badges, visit requests and certifications
Process and track employee security clearances and perform administrative support functions to include Defense Information System for Security (DISS) administration
Ensure appropriate storage, safeguarding, and disclosure requirements are followed
Administer comprehensive security education training program
As a Facility Security Officer, you will maintain personal training and certifications
Administer standard operating procedures in accordance with the NISPOM, NISPOM Supplement, DoD 5105.21-M-1, COMSEC Manual 90-1, and the Security Practices and Procedures
Maintain personnel security records
Oversee implementation of cyber security requirements and documentation for certification and accreditation of systems
Maintain successful working relationships with government agencies and customers
Manage access for controlled areas
Coordinate with upper management on security protocols and legal requirements

Requirements:

BA or BS degree and at least 5 years of experience with industrial security, NISPOM, COMSEC programs, clearance processing, document control, and physical security; Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience accrediting and implementing classified Networks onsite (internal and external)
Previous experience as a COMSEC custodian, including managing a COMSEC account, briefings, inventory, audits, equipment, and database (desired)
Must be able to be on-call and available to support after hours for urgent issues
Strong interpersonal skills to interface with both corporate and government management, and facilitate solutions that meet multiple demands and priorities
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Experience using e-QIP and the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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