Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Onsite
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance expertise
Defense counterintelligence and security agency coordination
Classified information management and accountability
The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant security clearance and extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with strong leadership and communication skills

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 interfaces directly with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency and prime contractors.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%, and immediate leave accrual.

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The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant security clearance and extensive experience in intelligence, counterintelligence, or information security, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

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
  • DISS personnel vetting system administration

Nice-to-have

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

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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