Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow, status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software for all levels of the government and military. Using agile development practices and user-centered design, we create innovative software solutions for complex real-world problems.

Research Innovations Incorporated is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to provide expert security knowledge and support in compliance with Department of Defense, IC, and company standards. The FSO will process and review personnel security clearances and maintain all security documentation (DD254, SF-328, SF-312, DD441), files, clearance and suitability rosters in accordance with government requirements. The FSO will have a detailed understanding and experience with the NISPOM and general security requirements for DOD and other Federal agencies. The FSO will be required to conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements. This is a multi-faceted security position requiring an eager security professional to support multiple programs and efforts

This position requires an active Top Secret SCI clearance. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI clearance with multiple customer bases.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• The selected candidate will be responsible for effectively developing, administering, and maintaining program security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule, Department of Defense Manual (DoDM) 5205.07 series, Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), Department of Defense Manual (DoDM) 5105.21 series, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs)
• Administering security policies and procedures will include: personnel processing, conduct security briefings / debriefings, marking and control of documents /materials, security education and awareness, visitor control, destruction of classified documents / materials, program reviews, audits and self-inspections, violation investigations and reports
• Maintain Facility Clearance documentation and submission in accordance with DCSA requirements
• Administer the personnel security clearance processes by using DCSA’s DISS system to submit initial clearance submissions, upgraded clearances and periodic reinvestigations of staff
• Provide guidance and instruction to staff to ensure completion of security paperwork, collection and submission of electronic fingerprinting of initial and upgraded clearances. Provide status on clearances to management. Upload electronic fingerprints utilizing DCSA’s SWFT system
• Utilize DCSA’s DISS system to initiate and maintain outgoing Visit Requests for all employees and monitor all incoming Visit Requests
• Utilize DCSA’s NISS system to upload and update all Facility Clearance and contract information
• Advise personnel of their reporting requirements, both personal/administrative and compliance and incident-related reports.
• Maintain a working relationship with DCSA or other Federal Agencies and each contract’s security office
• Develop and Maintain the required Security Standard Practices & Procedures (SPP)
• Develop, prepare, and implement local Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, Emergency Action Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan
• Obtain and maintain SCIF/SAPF accreditations, conduct annual self-inspections, facilitate customer inspections, and provide accurate record keeping per requirements
• Provide security support with proposal activities

• BA/BS and/or 3 years personnel/industrial security-related experience (FSO/AFSO/CPSO, CSSO)
• FSO certification
• Working experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) and the Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG)
• Superior computer-related skills, proficient in MS Word, Excel (pivot tables/formula and formatting functions), PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with of eQIP, DISS, NISS, and SWFT
• Knowledge of the government security and information assurance processes
• Highly motivated, dynamic, responsive, and professional team player
• Excellent customer service, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional presentation/briefing skills
• Work independently with minimal supervision

At RII, we believe that diversity in our workforce is critical to our success. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger. We work to help your intellectual passions and creativity thrive. It’s one of our core values: Let your geek flag fly.

We also offer all employees comprehensive benefits including: flexible work schedules, health insurance coverage, paid time off, 401k with a company match, paid parental leave, access to wellness programs and much more. You get this all from day one, and all paid for by RII.

It’s all part of another of our core values: Stay human. It’s why our comfortable and colorful offices such as our headquarters, include a community game room, pantry, massage chair, and an escape room, among other amenities. It’s why we have community managers and regular community events.

Research Innovations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.

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