Facility Security Officer​/Special Security Officer; CSSO

Job Description

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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

• Administering comprehensive security programs, including personnel security and compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and ICDs.
• Maintaining a fully compliant security program to meet DCSA inspection standards.
• Managing security activities across multiple programs and ensuring adherence to government regulations.
• Conducting self-inspections and preparing for government security audits.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to maintain compliance with classified systems.
• Safeguarding classified information and ensuring adherence to security procedures.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in managing security programs in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).
• Completion of the FSO Management Course (mandatory).
• Experience with DCSA inspections and maintaining a compliant security program.
• Strong understanding of personnel security processes, including clearance processing, onboarding, and reinvestigations.
• Proven ability to conduct self-inspections and prepare for government audits.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience working with various government agencies and programs, including familiarity with NGA security protocols.
• Ability to safeguard classified information and ensure compliance with secure handling, storage, and transmission procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in implementing security policies and procedures.

• Broad experience managing security programs in compliance with government regulations.
• Completion of the FSO management course.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), ICDs, and personnel security processes.

This position is based in Chantilly, VA, and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical national security programs.

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

$86,700.00 - $

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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