Facility Security Officer

**Facility Security Officer**

Corporate Patuxent River, Maryland Minimum Experience **Experienced** 2 Circle, Inc.

We are a small-veteran owned consulting firm providing specialized customer focused system engineering, requirements definition, operational analysis, and program management support to Department of Defense requirements staffs, acquisition communities, S&T organizations and warfighters to solve mission-critical problems. Our firm leverages a strong tradition of exceptional service to our customers and the warfighter. Our reputation and experience are critical to our success and is therefore, the center of our focus. We will maintain a competitive advantage by leveraging the ability to operate in multi-level security environments, unmitigated exceptional quality of product, and keeping our cost structure below competing consulting entities. 2 Circle Inc. seeks both people and partner companies with a commitment to excellence that will enable a best of breed product for the US and coalition warfighters.

Job Summary

This position serves as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) for 2 Circle Consulting Inc. The FSO will serve as the liaison between government and internal customers and the company. The ideal candidate will be able to Support 2 Circle Consulting Inc. by facilitating security training requirements, establishing process and policy to ensure compliance, and maintain FCL documentation in accordance with DSCA requirement in order to facilitate the Mission and Vision of 2 Circle Consulting.

Essential Job Functions

* Manage overall security program

* Establish and maintain working relationships with government and internal customers

* Develop and implement security plans, procedures, and instructions

* Develop, implement, and provide security awareness training for corporate personnel

* Conduct periodic self-inspection and review of security process to ensure compliance

* Maintain FCL documentation and submission in accordance with DSCA requirements.

* Maintain compliance with National Industrial Security Policy Operating Manual (NISPOM) and supplement requirements, Department of Defense (DOD) security policies and procedures as they relate to NISPOM, NSA Industrial COMSEC Manual and Defense Security Service (DSS)

* Responsible for ensuring all personnel clearances remain current

* Review personnel security clearances and periodic reinvestigations using e-QIP

* Responsible for ensuring that personnel are granted access to sensitive information on a need-to-know basis.

* Maintain all personnel security clearance records

* Coordinate visit requests

* Provide and document new employee security briefings, exit interviews, and debriefing

* Manage and refine annual refresher training to include preparing necessary documentation in support of the DSCA audits.

* Serve as the classification management expert in providing classification guidance to employees and issuing DD Form 254s; tracking DD Form 254s issued or received

* Coordinate the closeout for all classified contracts received and issued

* Investigate and report security violations and adverse information reports with the appropriate security agency

* Work closely with the Physical Security office, DSCA, and OPM investigators

* With the addition of physical facilities:

+ Maintain all security documentation and files in accordance with DSS requirements.

+ Monitor classified information systems and controlled areas

Qualifications

* Must have a Bachelors degree with 3 years of experience in government/industrial security OR an Associates degree with 4 years of experience (Military experience and other training may be accepted in lieu of degree, by discretion of the hiring supervisor) as FSO or DoD Security Professional

* Applicant must possess a Top-Secret security clearance

* Must demonstrate success as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) or equivalent position

* Must have in-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DISS and e-QIP processes and procedures

* Must be able to interpret and implement SCI and SAP security policy and guidance and provide oversight and assistance to staff

* Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing (Preferred) Facilities or completion within twelve months from start date

* Must be able to demonstrate the ability to implement and manage a comprehensive security program by knowledge and experience

* Must be at the intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office

* Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

* Highly developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

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People first!

Others say it: At 2 Circle we live it everyday. We are a small business with a small business atmosphere and culture. However, 2 Circle is a rare jewel in the small business world in that we have a Fortune 500 admin and support program. At 2 Circle, you will find best of breed practices in place and none of the headaches associated with admin and support found in most start-ups and small businesses. This investment in the support of our people ensures they can focus their efforts at work on the customer and their time at home on their families.

Market Leading Pay and Benefits

At 2 Circle, world-class benefits and support do not equal class leading high overhead costs. In fact, 2 Circle's efficient and focused approach to business enables us to provide market leading pay and benefits while still maintaining extremely low charge rates for our customers.

2 Circle - Our Roots

2 Circle Incorporated is a veteran-owned small business consulting firm providing specialized customer focused system engineering, requirements definition, operational analysis, and program management support to Department of Defense requirements staffs, acquisition communities, and warfighting organizations to solve mission-critical problems. At 2 Circle, our number one business priority is to deliver the best value to the warfighter to enable mission success.

2 Circle, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender

identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your

disability. To request an accommodation, contact the 2 Circle, Inc. hiring manager.

*This position is subject to the requirements under the COVID-19 Workplace Safety: Guidance for Federal Contractors and Subcontracts which sets forth workplace safety protocols for contractor workplace locations pursuant to the Executive Order 14042 on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety requirements and any successful candidate will need to provide proof of vaccination compliance .*

Location Patuxent River, Maryland Minimum Experience Experienced