Director, Facility Security Officer

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Facility Security Officer or in a substantially similar industrial security role within a cleared defense contractor environment.
• Deep working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DAAPM/Risk Management Framework, and DCSA oversight processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting FOCI mitigation instruments (PA, Security Control Agreement (SCA), Special Security Agreement (SSA), or equivalent). Experience with proxy-agreement structures specifically is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with JPAS, DISS, and eQIP/SF-86 processing.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance (Top Secret required); ability to obtain and maintain clearance at the level required for the role.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and to enforce compliance boundaries with affiliate and parent company personnel. This role requires someone who is genuinely comfortable saying no when the rules require it.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a FOCI-mitigated environment at a commercial software or technology company, particularly one with active DSCA oversight.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot) to solve real-world business challenges, drive measurable outcomes, or streamline workflows.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR export control compliance as applied to software and SaaS products.
• Industrial Security Professional (ISP) or similar certification.
• Experience managing COMSEC accounts or working in a multi-facility environment.