Facility Security Officer

The Opportunity:

Avantor/NuSil is seeking a Facility Security Officer to develop security programs and lead the security organization that supports our high-performance silicones business serving the Aerospace & Defense industries.

This position reports to a member of the NuSil executive leadership team and will be based out of Carpinteria, California.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Political Science, Legal Studies, Computer Science, Cybersecurity) with six years of Industrial Security or related experience – or – Master’s degree with five years of relevant security experience.
• Experience: 4+ years of relevant security experience;
  Must have a working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Additional Qualifications: Must be a U.S. Citizen;
  Must maintain an Active U.S. Government security clearance at the Secret level with a background investigation date within the last 6 years;
  Must complete the FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Course and the Insider Threat Program Management Course (within 3 months of hire);
  Demonstrated understanding and implementation of security programs and processes required;
  Excellent verbal and written communication;
  Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers, suppliers, and fellow associates;
  Experience leading or mentoring other personnel in a team environment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval;
  Possess comprehensive understanding and proficient knowledge of NISPOM, DFARS, and relevant NIST standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171/172);
  Understanding and familiarity of DD‑254 Implementation Requirements; OPSEC program experience;
  Proficient with NISS / NCAISS, DISS, DIBNet;
  Must adapt to a fast‑paced and challenging work environment and demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills;
  Demonstrated positive working relationship with internal and external customers;
  Ability to work independently and follow projects through to completion;
  Ability to maintain flexibility to deal with changing priorities and deadlines;
  Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Keep current and work to ensure business compliance with federal and defense regulations, policies, and instructions related to Aerospace and Defense Acquisitions, cybersecurity, physical security, information security, and personnel security.
• Responsible for managing the Company Technology Control Panel (TCP), Facility Clearance (FCL), and Insider Threat Program in compliance with the NISPOM.
• Initiate and manage personnel security clearances (PCL) for Key Management Personnel and other employees requiring access to classified information.
• Create, review and update security policies, procedures, and instructions related to the protection of classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and export‑controlled information.
• Maintain and grow working relationships with government agencies and prime government contractors to support business needs.
• Manage and maintain the security incident response plan, including leading investigations and providing recommendations to leadership.
• Develop and maintain security education and training programs.
• Facilitate effective management of access controls including badge system administration, alarm system administration, visitor policy, and key control.
• Investigate security violations and coordinate security audits, reviewing reports and ensuring required corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented.
• Manage the Material Handling Plan and physical access to controlled areas.
• Provide guidance on the appropriate classification markings for ITAR, EAR, CUI, FCI, and classified data.
• Lead a team of security professionals to ensure consistent application of the leadership characteristics expected of all employees within the organization.
• Ensure all Security department performance objectives as well as key milestones and…