Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Top secret or secret clearance required
Defense counterintelligence and security agency interface
The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites to ensure full compliance with federal regulations

Job Summary

  • The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites to ensure full compliance with federal regulations.
  • This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert on classified operations, foreign influence, and research security while interfacing directly with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%, and 12 official holidays.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, disability, and retirement (5-10%); Tuition waivers available for employees and families

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance expertise
  • Top Secret or Secret clearance required
  • Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency interface
  • Classified information management experience
  • Insider Threat Program leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university research environment
  • Strong diplomatic relationship building skills
  • Budget development and management capability
  • Knowledge of DD-254 contract specifications
  • Prior FSO or CSSO leadership role

Key Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen status mandatory
  • Current Top Secret or Secret clearance
  • Completion of DCSA Facility Security Officer Course
  • Master's degree OR 8+ years direct relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree AND 10+ years direct relevant experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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