Facilities Security Officer

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.