Facility Security Officer

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Manage classified research security program
Ensure nispom/32 cfr §117 compliance
Interface with dcsa
The University of Arkansas is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to manage its classified research security program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and providing guidance on security-related issues. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience in intelligence or information security and hold a Top Secret clearance

Job Summary

  • Manages the university’s classified research security program, ensuring compliance with NISPOM/32 CFR §117 and other federal requirements.
  • Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on classified operations, foreign influence, and research security, providing guidance to university stakeholders.
  • Oversees operational security, training, incident investigations, and risk management to protect U.S. Government classified programs.

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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 providing guidance on security-related issues. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience in intelligence or information security and hold a Top Secret clearance.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage classified research security program
  • ensure NISPOM/32 CFR §117 compliance
  • interface with DCSA
  • prevent malign foreign influence in research
  • manage U.S. Government classified programs
  • oversee DD-254 issuance
  • administer industrial security systems
  • develop security awareness training program
  • conduct risk assessments for foreign engagements
  • conduct security incident investigations

Nice-to-have

  • collaborate with federal agencies
  • advise university leadership
  • foster a welcoming climate
  • promote a healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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