Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients, with a focus on intelligence, communication solutions, information technology, social media, and logistics.

We are seeking a Special Security Officer/Facility Security Officer for the Maryland location with primary responsibilities as the Special Security Officer (SSO) under the 32 CFR of Federal Regulation Part 117, National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The SSO will support clearance processing, visit certifications, document control, and physical security, including alarm response for controlled area program, while possessing thorough understanding of security databases such as DISS, eQIP, NISS.

This position will be responsible for the management of security operations for the Maryland location with primary responsibilities as the Special Security Officer (SSO) under the 32 CFR of Federal Regulation Part 117, National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The SSO will support clearance processing, visit certifications, document control, and physical security, including alarm response for controlled area program, while possessing thorough understanding of security databases such as DISS, eQIP, NISS

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day security business operations as a value-added member of the functional support team and maintain a security program to ensure contract security compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DoD Manual 5205.07, Contract Security Classification Specification (DD254) and program security classification guides.
• Duties will include security indoctrinations, debriefings, document control, NATO briefings, access control, alarm tests, new hire orientation and badging.
• Maintain FCL documentation and submission in accordance with DCSA requirements.
• Maintains facility access control, personnel badging, and alarm system
• Manage safeguarding requirements for secure work areas.
• Establish and maintain Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP)
• Prepare and conduct security training, briefings, and de-briefings
• Coordinating and conducting periodic DCSA self-inspections related to the activity, information, system, and conditions of the overall security program, to include the Insider Threat program.
• Analyze security issues/problems and provide focused solutions with the ability to effectively communicate information to various audiences.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Support implementation of security documentation including program protection plans and managed access plans.
• Provide clear guidance to company employees and recommend modifications to operations policies or procedures as appropriate.
• Maintain good working relationships with US Government agencies and company employees.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to internal and external customers
• Support internal audits, to proactively mitigate vulnerabilities of risk and non-compliance, prior to DCSA Annual Inspection
• Escort any Facility Maintenance personnel while inside the facility.
• Escort all non-cleared visitors, personnel, vendors, janitorial/maintenance crews without the appropriate security clearances.
• Verify access eligibility and provide appropriate levels of access to cleared visitors, uncleared visitors, seated or unseated contractor support, or new/existing employees.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Minimum 4-8 years of SSO experience supporting DOD and the IC.
• Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret U.S. government security clearance.
• In-depth working knowledge and understanding of Title 32 CFR Part 117, SEAD3 reporting requirements and other government regulations.
• Working knowledge with industrial security administration and government databases that include, but are not limited NISS, DISS, e-QIP,
• SSO Certification for Possessing Facility Certificate of Completion from STEPP
• Strong understanding of Physical Security requirements to include collateral Closed Areas
• Excellent judgment, decision-making, and communications skills.
• Proficient in using SharePoint, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat and Internet
• Proficient ability to pre-screen candidates to determine security eligibility prior to clearance processing.

Security Clearance:

• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited university preferred

Other:

Work Environment

• Work is typically performed in an office environment, requiring the use of computer terminals and standard office equipment to accomplish work objectives.

Travel:

• Occasional short term CONUS travel may be required.

Employee Status: Full-Time
Job Location: On site in Maryland. Remote telework is not available.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits:We provide compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We are proud of the benefits that we offer! In addition to a competitive salary, we provide no cost health, dental, and vision insurance options for our employees. Our paid time off is a generous accrual program with additional time off for sick leave for you or your dependents wellbeing and paid military leave. Our 14 holidays allow our staff the flexibility to take alternative days off throughout the year. Employees also benefit from a retirement plan with immediate match and vesting. Additionally, we offer life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a rich employee referral program.
Application:Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at or 540-751-3215.
Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings.