Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)

Founded in 2007, Initiate Government Solutions (IGS) a Woman Owned Small Business. We are a fully remote IT services provider that delivers innovative Enterprise IT and Health Services solutions across the federal sector. Our focus is on data analytics, health informatics, cloud migration, and the modernization of federal information systems.
 

IGS uses ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, 27001:2013, 28001:2007, CMMI/SVC3, CMMI/DEV3 best practices, and PMBOK® methods to provide clients with a strategy to build solid foundations to grow capabilities and revenue. Our range of IT services and delivery methodologies are tailored to our customers’ unique needs to achieve maximum value.

IGS is currently recruiting a remote Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO).

The Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) will assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of IGS's security program and procedures as required by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Department of Defense (DOD), and the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (32 CFR Part 117). The AFSO may supervise departmental activities in the absence of FSO to achieve security support and continuity of departmental operations.

Assignment of Work and Travel:

This is a remote access assignment. Candidates will work remotely daily and will remotely access IGS systems and therein use approved IGS provided communications systems. Travel is not required; however, the candidate may be required to attend onsite meetings as requested.

Responsibilities and Duties (Included but not limited to):

• Serve as a point of contact for all security matters related to government contracts.
• Ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other relevant security requirements. 
• Maintains and updates the company’s Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP) and Insider Threat Program (ITP) documents as required by DCSA, NISPOM or standard security best practices. 
• Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and training for employees with security clearances.
• Manage personnel clearances, security documentation, and access to classified information through DISS and The National Background Investigation Services (NBIS).
• Support physical security measures for the facility, including badging, visitor access, and secure storage.
• Perform self-inspections and coordinate with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) representatives for audits and inspections.
• Manage the National Industrial Security System (NISS) to maintain facility security information, upload applicable DD254’s, submit applicable Change Conditions for the company, and monitor notifications to company profile.
• Investigate and report security violations, follow through on incident reports, and prepare reports specifying preventive action to be taken.
• Support Ad Hoc projects as requested. 

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Assistant FSO
• Strong proficiency in use of Microsoft Office products
• In-depth knowledge of NISPOM requirements
• Strong work ethic, intense drive and initiative for quality and customer service
• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; proficient with HRIS systems. 
• Experience using SharePoint as a document library. 
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Detailed oriented and possess strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize. 
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret and implement security policy, provide guidance, oversight, and assistance to IGS leadership, managers, and employees.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Active Secret Security clearance and the ability to maintain a security clearance.
• Strong proficiency with utilizing Security portals (NISS, DISS, ACCS, & NBIS)
• DCSA FSO Program Management Certification(s)  

Preferred Qualifications and Core Competencies:

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification
• ITPSO Program Management Course
• Prior, successful experience working in a remote environment.

Successful IGS employees embody the following Core Values:

• Integrity, Honesty, and Ethics: We conduct our business with the highest level of ethics. Doing things like being accountable for mistakes, accepting helpful criticism, and following through on commitments to ourselves, each other, and our customers. 
• Empathy, Emotional Intelligence: How we interact with others including peers, colleagues, stakeholders, and customers’ matters. We take collective responsibility to create an environment where colleagues and customers feel valued, included, and respected. We work within a diverse, integrated, and collaborative team to drive towards accomplishing the larger mission. We conscientiously and meticulously learn about our customers’ and end-users’ business drivers and challenges to ensure solutions meet not only technical needs but also support their mission.
• Strong Work Ethic (Reliability, Dedication, Productivity): We are driven by a strong, self-motivated, and results-driven work ethic. We are reliable, accountable, proactive, and tenacious and will do what it takes to get the job done. 
• Life-Long Learner (Curious, Perspective, Goal Orientated): We challenge ourselves to continually learn and improve ourselves. We strive to be an expert in our field, continuously honing our craft, and finding solutions where others see problems.  

Compensation: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary, including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

Benefits: Initiate Government Solutions offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care, matching 401K and profit sharing, paid time off, training time for personal development, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability coverage, an education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification, employee recognition, and referral programs, spot bonuses, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for the employee and their family.

Initiate Government Solutions participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

Initiate Government Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Our company policy is to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability.