Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence and security agency coordination
Classified information management and accountability
The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites while ensuring full compliance with NISPOM and federal regulations

Job Summary

  • The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites while ensuring full compliance with NISPOM and federal regulations.
  • This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert to university leadership on classified operations, foreign influence prevention, and research security compliance.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%, and immediate leave accrual.

Matching Summary

The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites while ensuring full compliance with NISPOM and federal regulations.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include health, dental, life, disability, tuition waivers, and 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance expertise
  • Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency coordination
  • Classified information management and accountability
  • Insider Threat Program leadership experience
  • DD-254 contract security specification knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • University research environment collaboration
  • Cross-functional team mentorship skills
  • Budget development and management experience
  • Strong diplomatic negotiation abilities
  • Experience with federal law enforcement partners

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Current Top Secret or Secret clearance
  • Master's degree OR 8+ years direct relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree OR 10+ years direct relevant experience
  • Completion of DCSA FSO Course for Possessing Facilities upon hire

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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