Facility Security Officer with Security Clearance - Laurel, MD, United States - Consulting Services Group, LLC

Description

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients, with a focus on intelligence, communication solutions, information technology, social media, and logistics
We are seeking a Special Security Officer/Facility Security Officer for the Maryland location with primary responsibilities as the Special Security Officer (SSO) under the 32 CFR of Federal Regulation Part 117, National Industrial Security Program (NISP)
The SSO will support clearance processing, visit certifications, document control, and physical security, including alarm response for controlled area program, while possessing thorough understanding of security databases such as DISS, eQIP, NISS
This position will be responsible for the management of security operations for the Maryland location with primary responsibilities as the Special Security Officer (SSO) under the 32 CFR of Federal Regulation Part 117, National Industrial Security Program (NISP)

The SSO will support clearance processing, visit certifications, document control, and physical security, including alarm response for controlled area program, while possessing thorough understanding of security databases such as DISS, eQIP, NISS Responsibilities:

Support day-to-day security business operations as a value-added member of the functional support team and maintain a security program to ensure contract security compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DoD Manual , Contract Security Classification Specification (DD254) and program security classification guides.

Duties will include security indoctrinations, debriefings, document control, NATO briefings, access control, alarm tests, new hire orientation and badging.
Maintain FCL documentation and submission in accordance with DCSA requirements.
Maintains facility access control, personnel badging, and alarm system
Manage safeguarding requirements for secure work areas.
Establish and maintain Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP)
Prepare and conduct security training, briefings, and de-briefings

Coordinating and conducting periodic DCSA self-inspections related to the activity, information, system, and conditions of the overall security program, to include the Insider Threat program.

Analyze security issues/problems and provide focused solutions with the ability to effectively communicate information to various audiences.
Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
Support implementation of security documentation including program protection plans and managed access plans.
Provide clear guidance to company employees and recommend modifications to operations policies or procedures as appropriate.
Maintain good working relationships with US Government agencies and company employees.
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to internal and external customers
Support internal audits, to proactively mitigate vulnerabilities of risk and non-compliance, prior to DCSA Annual Inspection
Escort any Facility Maintenance personnel while inside the facility.
Escort all non-cleared visitors, personnel, vendors, janitorial/maintenance crews without the appropriate security clearances.
Verify access eligibility and provide appropriate levels of access to cleared visitors, uncleared visitors, seated or unseated contractor support, or new/existing employees

Required Qualifications:
Must be a U.S
Citizen
Minimum 4-8 years of SSO experience supporting DOD and the IC.
Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret U.S
government security clearance.
In-depth working knowledge and understanding of Title 32 CFR Part 117, SEAD3 reporting requirements and other government regulations.
Working knowledge with industrial security administration and government databases that include, but are not limited NISS, DISS, e-QIP,
SSO Certification for Possessing Facility Certificate of Completion from STEPP
Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements to include collateral Closed Areas
Excellent judgment, decision-making, and communications skills.
Proficient in using SharePoint, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat and Internet
Proficient ability to pre-screen candidates to determine security eligibility prior to clearance processing.

Security Clearance:
Must have an active U.S
Government Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited university preferred Other: Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office environment, requiring the use of computer terminals and standard office equipment to accomplish work objectives.

Travel:
Occasional short term CONUS travel may be required.

Employee Status:
Full-Time

Job Location:
On site in Maryland
Remote telework is not available.

Salary:
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits:
We provide compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications
We are proud of the benefits that we offer In addition to a competitive salary, we provide no cost health, dental, and vision insurance options for our employees
Our paid time off is a generous accrual program with additional time off for sick leave for you or your dependents wellbeing and paid military leave
Our 14 holidays allow our staff the flexibility to take alternative days off throughout the year
Employees also benefit from a retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Additionally, we offer life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a rich employee referral program

Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at or
Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules
Your experience helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings.