Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance
Classified research security
Dcsa coordination
The Facility Security Officer (FSO) reports to the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation and manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites

Job Summary

  • The Facility Security Officer (FSO) reports to the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation and manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites.
  • The FSO leads institutional efforts to prevent, detect, and mitigate malign foreign influence in research and serves as the Facility Security Officer (FSO), Contract Special Security Officer (CSSO), University Key Management Personnel (KMP), alternate Insider Threat Program Senior/Special Officer (ITPSO), and an active member of the Insider Threat Working Group.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with benefits including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) reports to the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation and manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance
  • classified research security
  • DCSA coordination
  • personnel security systems
  • risk management

Nice-to-have

  • advising university leadership
  • collaboration with federal agencies
  • developing security policies
  • strong ethics and judgment

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizen
  • Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain
  • Completion of DCSA Facility Security Officer Course
  • Master's degree OR Bachelor's degree with extensive experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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