Facility Security Officer - Pending Award of Contracts
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listed on 2026-10-30
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Security
Information Security & Data Protection, Security Management & Operations
We are seeking a seasoned, motivated, and detail-oriented Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to support multiple clients across the United States. This is a part-time, remote position for a security professional who can work independently, quickly adapt to client-specific requirements, and consistently provide high-quality industrial security support during established business hours, Monday through Friday, based on client needs.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial security, be experienced with DCSA systems and processes, and be comfortable supporting a range of security requirements for both possessing and non-possessing facilities . Travel is expected to be minimal to none .
Key Responsibilities- Conduct, prepare for, and support Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVAs) and other DCSA-related security reviews, as required.
- Advise client leadership and internal stakeholders on security requirements, violations, and corrective actions to maintain compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other applicable regulations.
- Prepare, maintain, and manage required security documentation, records, and forms, including personnel security files for employees, consultants, and contractors.
- Conduct self-inspections and evaluate internal security processes to ensure ongoing compliance with NISPOM and related security requirements.
- Provide day-to-day security support for collateral, sensitive, and SCI activities.
- Conduct initial security briefings , annual refresher training, and security awareness training for cleared and uncleared personnel, including insider threat awareness.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for visit authorization requests (VARs) and maintain strong working relationships with client security representatives and contract personnel.
- Support onboarding activities by administering clearance transfers , initiating security submissions, and maintaining personnel records in applicable government systems.
- Manage and maintain personnel security actions within DISS, NISS, NBIS , and related security platforms.
- Support clients with facility clearance sponsorship , FOCI mitigation , compliance efforts, and DCSA audit readiness activities.
- Assist in the administration and maintenance of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) mitigation measures, agreements, and associated reporting requirements, as applicable.
- Must be a U.S. citizen .
- Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance .
- Must have 3+ years of experience providing FSO, AFSO, CSSO, or related industrial security support for a government contractor supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community programs.
- Must have strong working knowledge of NISPOM requirements and related government security regulations.
- Must be seasoned and fully proficient in the use of DCSA systems and processes at the time of hire.
- Demonstrated experience with personnel security, facility clearance processes, eApp , and government security systems such as DISS, NISS, and NBIS .
- Experience supporting DCSA inspections/audits , facility clearance sponsorship , and FOCI mitigation activities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and adapt quickly to client-specific requirements.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office , including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with SharePoint .
- Completion of relevant FSO training courses, including:
- IS020.CU - Non-Possessing Facilities
- IS030.CU - FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities
- ITPSO training
- Knowledge of ACCS .
- Current membership in NCMS .
- Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and client personnel.
- Employment Type:
Part-time - Location:
Remote - Schedule:
Monday through Friday, based on client-specific requirements and time zones - Travel:
Minimal to none - Facility Support:
Potential for both possessing and non-possessing facilities
Dive Deep Security is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering precision-driven security and intelligence support to government and defense-focused clients. We bring veteran-led leadership, cleared expertise, and a mission-first approach to industrial security, compliance,…
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