Facility Security Officer

Summary

Join Corelight as a Facility Security Officer (FSO), reporting to the General Counsel, and be responsible for providing onsite security support in accordance with NISPOM and other Federal government security regulations. You will serve as a liaison with US government counterparts, conduct security briefings and debriefings, perform self-inspections, and manage incident response and security violation reporting. This role also involves supporting the legal team on compliance and contractual matters. The position requires an active Top Secret security clearance and a BA or BS degree with at least 5 years of experience in industrial security, NISPOM, clearance processing, document control, and physical security. Core competencies include strong communication, collaboration, planning, and problem-solving skills. The position is US remote but requires travel and availability during Eastern Standard Time business hours. Corelight offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance
• Must have experience implementing NISPOM requirements, ideally at a technology company
• This position requires a BA or BS degree and at least 5 years of experience with industrial security, NISPOM, clearance processing, document control, and physical security; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful completion of the following CDSE course: Essentials of Industrial Security Management
• Minimum of five years of experience in the U.S. Government, DoD, Intelligence, or contractor community in security management
• Minimum of five years of experience in Industrial Security with associated training and credentials

Responsibilities

• Perform all security operations including personnel clearance processing, tracking, education, reporting, debriefs and any other duties administratively
• Process necessary badges, visit requests and certifications for Corelight Federal’s facility
• Utilize personnel clearance data systems and other security software in the performance of assigned duties
• Prepare, issue and maintain DD254s
• Participate in and perform inspections and audits
• Maintain certification and accreditation of facility eligibility (FCL maintenance and renewal coordination) as well as personnel
• Create and update security plans, procedures, and instructions
• Develop and administer a comprehensive security education and awareness training program
• Maintain and coordinate excellent working relationships with government agencies, including Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) representatives
• Assure compliance with all government and company security regulations
• Oversee all duties assigned to the security/front desk for the cleared facility
• As a key member of the legal team, perform other duties as requested to support legal and compliance efforts across a variety of subject matters  (including privacy, AI, product management and product certifications, manufacturing, engineering and sales) especially as it relates to federal and SLED business verticals and developing a growing understanding of government contracting (FAR/DFAR and related flow-down terms)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) is strongly preferred, with demonstrated project management capabilities and risk assessment/mitigation experience
• Familiarity with NISPOM and DCID guidance documents
• Significant experience with DCSA Defense Information Security System (DISS)
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with FedRAMP requirements and compliance efforts, understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and experience with compliance program development
• Knowledge of privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and understanding of AI governance and emerging technology compliance are highly desirable
• Self-starter with the ability to meet or exceed deadlines, prioritize, multi-task and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced changing environment
• Sble plan and organize work to achieve goals; achieves targeted results with minimal supervision; is accountable for own actions and works well cross-functionally
• Possess excellent verbal & written communications skills; provides timely, well organized verbal & written information; listens attentively to others and retains/processes information
• Builds alliances, partnerships & collaboration with other business stakeholders
• Able to develop strategic short & long term plans; arranges priorities to meet goals & deadlines; consults & collaborates with appropriate people
• Collaborate cross functionally as a team player with a strong desire to provide business focused compliance support
• Strong analytics capabilities and excellent judgment in solving complex problems with practical business solutions
• A great positive attitude
• The ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight time frames in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pivot and adapt quickly and fluidly, think practically and be solution-oriented
• Curiosity and a willingness to tackle matters outside their area of expertise

Benefits

• Depending on the nature and seniority of the role, a percentage of compensation may come in the form of a commission-based or discretionary bonus
• Equity and additional benefits will also be awarded