Senior Facility Security Officer — NISPOM Expert

Overview Under the direction of the Manager, Division Security and Corporate Facility Security Officer, this position entails a comprehensive range of security responsibilities. Job Type Regular Overview Under the direction of the Manager, Division Security and Corporate Facility Security Officer, this position entails a comprehensive range of security responsibilities. This role is required under the National Industrial Security Program as identified in the 32 CFR Part 117.7 (b) (3) (NISPOM Rule). The role involves implementing security policies and procedures related to government classified information, personnel security, physical security, operational security, and facility safety. The ideal candidate must possess an in-depth working knowledge of the NISPOM Rule, DoDM 5200.01 Volumes 1-4 and other pertinent government regulations. This position requires the ability to make independent decisions and effectively interface with senior leadership at RAND, as well as government officials. The candidate must demonstrate the capability to perform job functions autonomously with minimal oversight, ensuring the highest standards of security and compliance are maintained. The FSO acts as the Site Security Manager with the responsibility to oversee and implement security protocols at their specific location, bring security resources from all security departments together to maintain security compliance and safety for the employee population. Duties And Responsibilities Responsible for managing programs and procedures for handling classified and/or proprietary materials, documents, Education and Awareness and equipment, update and maintain Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence filing on the SF 328 FOCI Company disclosure Statement, manage the DD Form 254 Contract Security requirements lifecycle, to include reviewing, drafting the form and requesting approvals from government COR’s and Prime contracts. Provide Sub Contractors with the accurate DD for 254’s for all classified sub-contracts Expert knowledge or awareness and adherence to government policies or regulations governing security suitability and eligibility, such as Federal Investigative Standards (FIS), Executive Orders (E.O.) 12968, 13526, and 10450, 32CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule, Intelligence Community Directive (ICD), Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), the ICD704 and or other guidelines to make the appropriate adjudication recommendations. Maintain accurate listing of Key management personnel and clearances for the Board of Trustees. Responsible for leading and interacting with DCSA industrial security representatives and Department of Defense sponsors on annual assessments, inspections, reviews, investigations, open storage request and other reportable issues to ensure compliance in accordance with NISPOM Rule. Maintain accuracy of the DD form 441 Security Agreement and the DD form 441-1 Appendage to Department of Defense Security Agreement. Act as site security manager, responsible for the protection of the facility and the individuals and establishing relationships with local law enforcement partners (FBI, Homeland Security, local Police), provide Security training in accordance with the NISPOM Rule. Work as part of the COMSEC team (classified and unclassified) to assure compliance in accordance with NSA COMSEC regulations. Accountability, destruction and transfer of classified material. Tracks trend data, draft incident reports, and produce incident reports and maintain monthly metrics reports Coordinate with the ISSM (Information System Security Manager) to ensure all classified IT systems comply with DAAPM requirements. Expert Knowledge of the Security clearance process. Assist with processing personnel security information via DISS and ensure that security personnel records are accurate and complete. Conduct clearance briefings. Perform other team member duties and projects, as required. Basic Qualifications Must have working knowledge of National Background Investigation System (NBIS), Defense Information System for Security (DISS), National Information Security System (NISS), a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook. Very good written and oral communication skills, and strong organizational skills. Expert Knowledge of the 32 CFR Part 117, International Traffic in Arms Regulation, SEAD 3 Directive, DoDM 5200.01 Volume 1-4, ICD 503, 704 and 705 and the 705 Tech Spec. Must be a Certified Facility Security Officer by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. Must have completed training regarding Facility Security Officer for possessing facilities, Intro to Insider Threat, and Civil Liberties in insider threat cases. Prefer an Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification. Must Have Experience With The Following COMSEC Custodian with expert knowledge of COMSEC and Keying regulations Completing the SF 328 Foreign Ownership Control and Interest and knowledge of change requirements Creating and managing the DD form 254’s Participating and implementing an Insider Threat Program Documenting Standard Processes and Procedures Use of SIMS database Must Have Ability To Discreetly handle sensitive information. Multi-task in a fast-paced environment. To have a strong attention to detail. Pass a background check. Education High School diploma or GED required. BS/BA degree preferred. Experience With a Bachelor’s degree, at least 8 years of experience in industrial security is required. With a High School diploma of GED, at least 12 years of experience in industrial security is required. Security Clearance Must hold active clearance or must meet eligibility requirements for access to U.S. government classified information. Location This position will be in the RAND Santa Monica office requiring a presence of 5 days per week, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Positions Open One Salary Range: $102,800 - $156,500 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity.The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr RAND