Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) / Industrial Security Representative

Position Summary:

The Assistant FSO/Industrial Security Representative supports the Facility Security Officer in administering and enforcing the organization's security policies in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DCSA regulations, ICDs and company policies. The AFSO will support ensuring compliance with relevant Foreign, Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation measures. This role helps maintain compliance with all government security requirements for classified contracts and supports personnel and physical security programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the FSO in implementing and managing all aspects of industrial security and program security.
• Support implementation and compliance with NISPOM, DoD Manuals, ICDs, and company procedures.
• FOCI mitigation monitoring and reporting in compliance with FOCI mitigation measures.
• Maintain personnel security records and submit security clearance applications.
• Support the preparation and submission of visit authorizations (VARs), and escort visitors.
• Support program access, indoctrinations, debriefings, visit certifications, document control, foreign travel requirements, and customer-specific security processes.
• Assist with security self-inspections and audits; act as alternate POC for security compliance inspections and audits.
• Maintain document control registers for classified materials; oversee proper marking, transmission, and destruction.
• Maintain physical security measures including intrusion detection system, access control and surveillance system operations.
• Support incident reporting, investigations, and mitigation efforts related to security violations or suspicious contacts.
• Assist with Insider Threat Program.
• Establish and implement Standard Practice Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, Program Protection plans, and Security Processes, including guidance for classified efforts, and Controlled Unclassified Information.
• Interpret and enforce customer and company security policies and provide direction and guidance to site and program personnel.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an industrial security-related role.

Required Citizenship and Security Clearance

• US Citizenship is required
• Active Top Secret Clearance.

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives, and associated industrial security policies and regulations.
• Working knowledge of all industrial security program functions including Physical Security, Personnel Security, System Security, OPSEC, program protection, Insider Threat, and Counterintelligence.
• Familiarity with security systems and tools such as DISS, NISS, NCAISS, e-APP, and NBIS.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, displaying strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a CPSO, CSSO, AFSO, FSO, SCI security representative, or equivalent industrial security role
• FSO training certificate from DCSA for Possessing Facilities.
• Knowledge of Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems.
• Experience and understanding Foreign Ownership Control and Influence (FOCI).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels, including external government agencies. Good listening skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Pay range: $75,000 - $120,000

Benefits:

• 3% 401(k) company contribution (no match required); annual discretionary employer contribution to 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave
• Supportive, inclusive work environment

Sonatech is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.