Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
On-site
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance
Classified research security program management
Counterintelligence and cybersecurity laws
The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer responsible for overseeing the university's classified research security program. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security compliance, particularly in a research environment, and must hold a current U.S. Government security clearance

Job Summary

  • Manage the university’s classified security program to ensure full compliance with NISPOM/32 CFR §117, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), counterintelligence and cybersecurity laws, and federal contract requirements.
  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to university leadership, faculty, staff, and students regarding classified operations, foreign influence, and research security.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with a comprehensive benefits package.

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The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer responsible for overseeing the university's classified research security program. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security compliance, particularly in a research environment, and must hold a current U.S. Government security clearance.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance
  • classified research security program management
  • counterintelligence and cybersecurity laws
  • personnel security systems (DISS)
  • access control systems (ACS)

Nice-to-have

  • research security policies and procedures
  • collaborating with federal agencies
  • working within a university research environment
  • developing risk assessments
  • mentoring and leading personnel

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizen
  • Current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance or ability to obtain
  • Completion of DCSA Facility Security Officer Course
  • Master's degree or 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of relevant experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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