About this Assistant Facility Security Officer role at Stratolaunch
Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
Stratolaunch is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to join our team! In this role you will assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in administering and managing the Security Program, providing policies, plans, procedures, departmental instructions, and technical support of safeguards and security programs to protect client security interests.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Acts as the chief assistant to the FSO regarding not only implementation of security policy and procedures but also in assisting with the management of other security team members' daily functions.
- Oversees day-to-day Industrial security facility operations and administering industrial security programs in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), applicable laws, regulations, and DoD contractual requirements.
- Manages the processing of security clearance paperwork, including collection and review of relevant documents and information for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
- Maintains personnel security records and databases, including quality assurance and control of the fingerprinting process.
- Ensures compliance with all security requirements for the marking, handling, and safeguarding of classified information received and stored within the facility, to include both information and physical security policy and procedures.
- Ensures program requirements regarding Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD Form 254s)
- Implements Security Education, Training, and Awareness Programs
- Executes visitor control functions to include processing of incoming and outgoing visit requests and verifying incoming visitor identification, prior to allowing access to classified information
- Verifies preparation of essential reports, troubleshooting industrial security issues, and providing assistance in resolving all concerns and queries from government agencies and company management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills You Bring to This Role
DCSA CDSE FSO Certified preferred (Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, Center for Development of Security Excellence, Facility Security Officer).
Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
Communication Security (COMSEC).
Documentation Control and Accountability.
Security Education Training and Awareness (SETA).
Self-starter able to work and operate with minimal supervision.
Must be an effective communicator.
What You Need to be Successful
3+ years of relative experience in defense contracting industry, U.S. military and/or federal government.
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Completed DSS FSO Program Management Course for Processing Facilities preferred.
2 - 3 years of experience as an AFSO preferred.
1- 2 years of experience working in Special Access Programs (SAP) preferred.
$26.00-$46.40 hourly
Clearance Requirement
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.
Benefits and our location(s):
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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