Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Classified research security program
Nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance
Counterintelligence and cybersecurity laws
Manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites, ensuring adherence to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM/32 CFR §117)

Job Summary

  • Manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites, ensuring adherence to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM/32 CFR §117).
  • Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to university leadership, faculty, staff, and students regarding classified operations, foreign influence, and research security.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

Manages the University of Arkansas’ classified research security program across all relevant university sites, ensuring adherence to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM/32 CFR §117).

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • classified research security program
  • NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance
  • counterintelligence and cybersecurity laws
  • physical security standards
  • security incident investigations

Nice-to-have

  • strong relationship-building skills
  • diplomacy and negotiation skills
  • discretion and strong ethics
  • mentoring and leadership ability

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizen
  • Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance or Secret with ability to obtain Top Secret
  • Completion of DCSA Facility Security Officer Course
  • Master's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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