Facilities Security Officer

Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries. Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity. If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you! Role Overview Are you passionate about security, compliance, and supporting mission‑critical work? We're looking for a highly organized and detail‑oriented FacilitiesSecurity Officer (FSO) to lead and maintain our government security clearance programs! In this role, you will serve as the primary administrator of the company's Facility Clearance (FCL) and personnel security clearance program, helping ensure our continued ability to perform classified work for Government customers. You will also play a critical role in managing compliance with Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) requirements, supporting facility clearance eligibility, government reporting obligations, and mitigation activities. You'll partner with employees, leadership, government representatives, and cross‑functional teams to maintain compliance, support cleared personnel and strengthen our overall security posture. NOTE: Due to minor traveling required to the Facility location, Candidates must reside in OR around the greater Chantilly, Virginia area. What You’ll Do Manage Facility Security & FOCI Compliance Serve as the primary point of contact for facility clearance administration and government security matters. Maintain the organization's Facility Clearance (FCL) and support all required compliance activities, reporting, and documentation. Coordinate government inspections, audits, self‑assessments, and security reviews. Monitor organizational changes involving ownership, governance, key management personnel, investments, acquisitions, and foreign business relationships that could impact facility clearance eligibility. Support the administration of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) compliance requirements, mitigation agreements, reporting obligations, and related government filings. Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, and Corporate Development teams to evaluate potential FOCI implications arising from corporate transactions, ownership changes, and strategic partnerships. Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and records that support classified operations and regulatory compliance. Administer Personnel Security Clearances Manage the full lifecycle of employee security clearances, including initial applications, renewals, upgrades, periodic reviews, transfers, and terminations. Guide employees through security clearance requirements and application processes. Maintain accurate security records and monitor clearance status and eligibility. Coordinate onboarding, security briefings, debriefings, and ongoing compliance requirements for cleared personnel. Act as a trusted resource for employees and managers on personnel security matters. Drive Security Program Compliance Conduct internal audits to ensure continued compliance with security requirements. Track corrective actions and support remediation of identified findings. Maintain audit‑ready documentation and evidence. Support reporting of security incidents, violations, and compliance concerns as required. Develop compliance metrics and security program reporting for leadership. Promote Security Awareness Deliver security orientation and annual refresher training programs. Develop educational materials and communications that promote a strong culture of security. Stay informed on regulatory updates and industry best practices and translate them into actionable guidance for the organization. What We’re Looking For Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience administering U.S. Government facility security clearance and government personnel security clearance programs. Strong understanding of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and facility clearance requirements. Experience supporting security compliance programs, audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting. Knowledge of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) regulations and their impact on cleared contractors. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive information. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills. Travel: 5%. Nice to Have Skills Previous experience serving as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) within a cleared contractor environment. Direct experience administering or supporting FOCI mitigation arrangements. Active or previously held U.S. Government security clearance. Experience supporting organizations performing classified work for the Department of Defense and other U.S. Government agencies. Familiarity with facility clearance management and personnel clearance processing systems. Compensation & Benefits The Compensation range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job‑related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you. If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (i.e. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable).

$80,000 - $130,000 USD

Salary range (min - max) Position Type: Vacancy Generous time off policies Competitive compensation Volunteer opportunities Reward and recognition programs Employee committees & resource groups Healthcare and retirement benefits Indicators of Success We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes listed in “skills and experiences”. It’s more important to us to find candidates who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experiences they have been a part of, than to find folks who have “been there, done that”. We want to be part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us. How We Work At Magnet Forensics, we take a hybrid‑flexible approach to support your productivity and work‑life balance. If you’re within a comfortable travel distance to one of our offices, you’ll occasionally join us in person. How often you’ll come in depends on your department and team needs, typically ranging from weekly to monthly. These in‑person moments help us build stronger connections, spark new ideas, and celebrate our successes together. Most days, you can choose what works best for you, while staying in tune with your team’s goals. We’re excited to welcome you to our team and look forward to achieving great things together - both in the office and wherever you work best! The Most Important Thing We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences: CARE We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world. OWN We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect. DEDICATE We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect. EVOLVE We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work. HERE AT MAGNET FORCESIS IS A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKFORCE. THIS COMMITMENT WILL BE REFLECTED IN OUR HIRING PROCESSES AND EMBEDDED IN OUR VALUES AND HOW WE TREAT ONE ANOTHER. IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE, BUT DO NOT MEET ALL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS LISTED ABOVE, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY ANYWAYS. MAGNET FORCESIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND CONSIDERS APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOUR, RELIGION, SEX, ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, GENETICS OR ANY OTHER BASIS FORBIDDEN UNDER FEDERAL, PROVINCIAL, OR LOCAL LAW. WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING AN INCLUSIVE, ACCESSIBLE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT. ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE TO ALL APPLICANTS UPON REQUEST THROUGHOUT THE HIRING PROCESS. PLEASE CONTACT View email address on click.appcast.io SHOULD YOU REQUIRE ANY ACCOMMODATIONS. ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT AT MAGNET ARE CONTINGENT UPON SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A BACKGROUND CHECK. ALL BACKGROUND CHECKS WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS. MAGNET WILL CONSIDER EACH POSITION’S JOB DUTIES, AMONG OTHER FACTORS, IN DETERMINING WHAT CONSTITUTES SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF THE BACKGROUND CHECK. REFUSAL TO CONSENT TO A BACKGROUND CHECK MAY BE GROUNDS FOR REVOKING AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Magnet Forensics handles and uses personal data of job applicants in line with its Recruitment Privacy Policy found. #J-18808-Ljbffr Magnet Forensics Inc.