Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence and 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, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and overseeing security measures across university sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with a current U.S. Government security clearance

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, foreign influence, and research security for university leadership, faculty, and staff.
  • 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 and overseeing security measures across university sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with a current U.S. Government security clearance.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include health, dental, life, disability, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions

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

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

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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