Alternate Facility Security Officer

Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking an Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to be part of our Security team based in Arlington, VA.

Department:
Operations

Location:

Arlington, VA (on‑site, at least 5 days per week)

• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.
• On‑site at Arlington, VA, at least 5 days per week.

• Serve as the primary lead for the Security Information Management System (SIMS), ensuring absolute accuracy of all electronic security records, cleared personnel rosters, and facility assets.
• Utilize SIMS to track, audit, and account for the entire lifecycle of all classified holdings, hardware, and media from initial receipt through destruction or final dispatch.
• Leverage SIMS reporting features to conduct internal audits, identify compliance trends, and prepare data for annual DCSA assessments.
• Direct and execute all classified shipping and receiving operations for the facility, ensuring strict compliance with NISPOM, DCSA, and government transport regulations.
• Receive, inspect, log, and secure all incoming classified hardware, equipment, and documentation into the SIMS registry.
• Coordinate secure outbound transportation logistics (e.g., Fed Ex Custom Critical, Defense Courier Service), including proper inner/outer wrapping, labeling, and preparation of cryptographic or classified material for cleared couriers.
• Ensure strict physical accountability of classified spaces by managing monthly above‑ceiling and bag inspections, container checks, and emergency open/close procedures.
• Manage combination changes for GSA‑approved containers and train facility personnel on secure handling and material stowage protocols.
• Serve as the designated backup to the resident FSO, fully authorized to manage facility operations and handle security incidents in their absence.
• Oversee the review, submission, processing, and maintenance of personnel security applications (SF86s) via NBIS, ensuring adherence to required IDT timelines.
• Manage subject records within the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) for VA and other company CAGE codes.
• Monitor clearance tracks and provide routine, proactive status updates to employees, Program Leads (PLs), the FSO, and the CSO.
• Supervise the processing and verification of incoming and outgoing Visit Authorization Requests (VARs).
• Administer physical access control systems and authorization tools (Sys Link, MyKastle, DMP panels) for cleared personnel and visitors entering active DoD Classified Areas.
• Conduct employee training for Open/Close procedures for combination locks accessing classified areas and GSA containers.
• Participate in bi‑annual self‑inspections using the DCSA handbook and assist with relevant corrective actions.
• Provide escort functions as related to classified facility operations.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent full‑time professional experience.
• 3+ years of full‑time professional experience, preferably in a security position for the government or government contractor (e.g., FSO or Assistant FSO, ISSM, ISSO, Security Officer).
• Working knowledge of SIMS, DISS, NISS, NBIS, STEPP, e‑APP.
• Understanding of risk management versus compliance requirements to enable mission success.
• Attention to detail related to record keeping and interactions with Government representatives.
• Working knowledge of security manuals, directives, and Executive Orders (32 CFR 117, NISPOM, DAAPM).
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed.

• Experience with information systems and familiarity with the ISSM role.

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.