Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence security agency coordination
Classified information management and accountability
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program and ensure compliance with federal security regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with a strong understanding of security management in a university research environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program across all relevant sites while ensuring full compliance with federal regulations.
  • This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert on classified operations, advising leadership and faculty on security doctrine and counterintelligence requirements.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions, and a healthy work-life balance culture.

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program and ensure compliance with federal security regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with a strong understanding of security management in a university research environment. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university research environments
  • Strong diplomatic relationship building skills
  • Budget development and management capabilities
  • Knowledge of foreign influence mitigation strategies
  • Ability to conduct self-inspection programs

Key Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen status required
  • Current Top Secret or Secret clearance
  • Master's degree or 8+ years direct experience
  • Bachelor's degree or 10+ years direct experience
  • Completion of DCSA FSO Course upon hire

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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