Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence and security agency interface
Classified information management and accountability
The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while preventing foreign influence in research activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with the ability to provide expert guidance on security matters

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 to university leadership on classified operations and collaborates closely 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.

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The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while preventing foreign influence in research activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with the ability to provide expert guidance on security matters.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions 5-10%; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university research environment
  • Strong diplomatic relationship building skills
  • Budget development and management capabilities
  • Cross-functional team collaboration abilities
  • Self-inspection and OPSEC program development

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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