Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence and security agency liaison
Classified information management and accountability
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to oversee its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal security regulations and managing security measures across university sites. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in intelligence or information security, with a focus on compliance and stakeholder engagement. **

Job Summary

  • The Facility Security Officer manages the University of Arkansas' classified research security program to ensure full compliance with federal regulations and NISPOM standards.
  • This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert advising leadership on classified operations, foreign influence prevention, and research security compliance while interfacing with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency.
  • The position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%, and immediate leave accrual.

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to oversee its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal security regulations and managing security measures across university sites. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in intelligence or information security, with a focus on compliance and stakeholder engagement. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university research environment
  • Strong diplomatic relationship building skills
  • Budget development and management experience
  • Cross-functional team collaboration abilities
  • Knowledge of foreign influence mitigation

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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