Job Description

The AFSO reports directly to the FSO and assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of security procedures as required by the Cleared Facility, the Department of Defense (DOD), the Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), and the National Industrial Security Manual (NISPOM).

Duties Include

• Assists the FSO with the overall security program
• Processes new employee security clearances
• Tracks security clearance investigations and performs administrative support functions, including Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) and Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) administration
• Provides security briefings, debriefings, and awareness training for site personnel
• Processes outgoing visit requests and certifications
• Review required forms, processes, and screens security forms (SF85 and SF86)
• Ensures document control security by safeguarding classified documents in accordance with the NISPOM and through coordination with government agencies, CYNWAVE management, and the FSO
• Assists in preparation for facility reviews and inspections
• Develop, implement and oversee federal security clearance program
• Provide training for AFSO’s and classified/secure project personnel
• Oversee company’s completion and retention of personnel security clearance records
• Oversee and assist FSO’s with self-inspection and review of security processes to ensure compliance with relevant laws
• Oversee and assist FSO’s with coordination of closeout for all classified projects
• Oversight of company CUI processes and compliance
• Support other company security disciplines as needed in connection with classified/secure projects: Legal, Information Technology and Corporate Communications Skills and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Defense Security Service (DSS)-qualified FSO or 2 years’ experience in security programs as AFSO or in a related field
• Preferred TS level clearance (or able to obtain); must possess at minimum a DOD secret Clearance.
• US Citizen
• Strong knowledge of JPAS and e-QIP government programs, SF85 and SF86, DD 254 and DD 441, and SF 328
• In-depth knowledge of NISPOM requirements, have strong computer skills and cyber knowledge
• Must complete or have completed required training, including the Essentials of Industrial Security Management (EISM) and other related DISCO required training
• Must be able to interpret and implement security policy, provide guidance, oversight and assistance to company personnel
• Must be able to demonstrate by knowledge and experience the ability to manage and oversee comprehensive Security Compliance Program
• Must have excellent written and oral communications skills
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, work independently and in team

The AFSO may perform other duties within the assigned department, provided he or she is able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the AFSO.

The AFSO may supervise department activities in the absence of FSO to achieve maximum security requirements and continuity of team productivity

Education and Certifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree
• Should have completed applicable DSSA courses
• Preferred Certifications include any of the following: FSS, CPSO, ACAVS, CSSO

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. CYNWAVE Solutions will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.