Facility Security Officer; FSO

Description

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America is hiring for a Facility Security Officer at our Jacksonville FL or Chesapeake VA location.

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining industrial and physical security programs in support of facility clearance requirements. This role oversees personnel security processes, ensures compliance with government regulations, and supports the organization’s overall security posture through policy development, audits, and program administration.

Domestic travel may be required.

• Manage and administer facility security clearance (FCL) requirements, including personnel security clearances, visit requests, and compliance with government regulations.
• Oversee and maintain security programs within government systems such as DISS, NBIS, SWFT, NISS, e-FCL, and SPOT, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
• Prepare for and support security audits, inspections, and assessments, including DCSA reviews, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enforce security policies, including ITAR, CUI, and insider threat program requirements, while providing training and guidance to employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of industrial security practices and government contracting requirements, including NAVSEA Standard Items (e.g., SI 009-72).
• Ability to manage sensitive information, investigate security incidents, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of government security databases and clearance processing systems.
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills.
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness.

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 3 years of Facility Security Officer (FSO) or 5 years of Assistant FSO experience required. Experience in an industrial or government contracting environment preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, reach and type; stoop or kneel; and speak or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The position is primarily performed in a quiet, climate-controlled environment with minimal exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.

When entering the shipyard, there may be exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.