Alternate Facility Security Officer

Job Title: Specialist, Facility Security Officer

Job Code: 37850

Job Location: Ashburn, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off  

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Alternate Contractor SAP Security Officer (ACSSO) to join our Security Team. The AFSO/ACSSO will assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) with the management, administration, and coordination of industrial security programs and other security activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Administer and coordinate security activities in accordance with company policies and federal regulations for safeguarding National Security Information.


• Develop, implement, and manage Standard Practices and Procedures, and visitor control procedures compliant with 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule.


• Maintain combination records and respond to alarms if necessary.


• Maintain facility DISS/NBIS accounts and participate in the utilization/upkeep of SIMS.


• Provide security briefings and training to new employees and participate in corporate-wide security education programs.


• Conduct Security Education and training for all aspects of the security program.


• Perform random Entry/Exit inspections.


• Participate in the preparation and review of DD254s.


• Participate in security self-assessment initiatives and assist with COMSEC custodian duties.


• Support global travel security program initiatives and government reporting activities.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, representing the company on projects. Excellent verbal and electronic communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.


• Active DoD Secret clearance, updated within the last 5 years, with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.


• Experience in Collateral environments and Special Access Programs (SAPs).


• Must have completed, or be able to complete, the FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum.


• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of ICD 705 Tech Specs.


• Strong knowledge of security regulations and best practices, including 32 CFR 117 (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), Special Access Program (SAP) directives and other governing directives, as applicable.


• Experience with DISS/NISS, SIMS software, and general understanding of access control systems.


• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills and superior attention to detail.


• Performs other duties as required and assigned by leadership.


• Experience with access control/visit control/badge management systems and software.


• Experience with security onboarding of new hires and conducting briefings.


• Knowledge of Foreign Travel Requirements.


• Demonstrate basic organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.


• Well versed in risk management, mitigation, and customer service.


• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the Washington, D.C. area is $76,500 - $141,500.  This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements