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Facility Security Officer-AU Campus

Employer
Auburn University
Location
Alabama, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 15, 2022


Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S1754P

Home Org Name

Research Security Compliance

Division Name

VP for Research and Economic Dev

Position Title

Facility Security Officer-AU Campus

Job Class Code

MA78

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The Vice President for Research & Economic Development seeks candidates for a Facility Security Officer ( FSO ).

The individual selected will report to the Chief Research Security Officer, Office of Research Security Compliance. The FSO provides management of the university’s classified research portfolio and leads the protection efforts against malign foreign influence targeting the university’s research programs. Serves as the Facility Security Officer ( FSO ), Contract Special Security Officer ( CSSO ), University Key Management Personnel ( KMP ), and Insider Threat Working Group member.

To learn more about Research & Economic Development, please visit: https://cws.auburn.edu/ovpr/

About Auburn:
At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn:
Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more!

Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn .

Our Commitment:
Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Manages the classified security program to ensure compliance with federal security regulations as well as contractual agreements regarding the protection of classified information. Ensures full compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual ( NISPOM ); Intelligence Community Directives ( ICD ); counterintelligence (CI) and cybersecurity laws; and policies and regulations.

Serves as a Subject Matter Expert ( SME ) in consulting university leadership, faculty, staff, and students in the realms of classified operations and foreign influence inquiries. Collaborates with law enforcement and other government agencies on confidential and sensitive security issues as necessary.

Educates and informs senior administrators, faculty, staff and students on their obligations for the protection and safeguarding of classified information through various forms of presentations, briefings or internal assessments.

Interprets and implements extensive government classified security regulations in support of the US government funded research program for Auburn University. Develops key processes and procedures to ensure the overall success and compliance of the research program through reporting, auditing, training and other means of accountability.

Coordinates with the Office of Sponsored Programs ( OSP ), campus community and 13 colleges within the university assessing proposals, agreements, and contracts to determine if classified information requirements are present.

Conducts risk assessments on international agreements, potential AU sponsored visa personnel and foreign national employee applicants to determine if possible/known malign foreign influence is a factor.

Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Field of Study

Cyber, Information Security, Engineering, Legal, International Studies, or related field.

Years of Experience

8 years

Area of Experience

Direct relevant experience in intelligence, counterintelligence or information security; eight
(8) yrs. experience must be in management, training, compliance and protection of US Government-controlled information. Experience must show progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability.

· High School Diploma – 12 yrs.
· Bachelor’s Degree – 10 yrs.
· Master’s Degree – 8 yrs.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level

· High School Diploma - 12 yrs. · Bachelor's Degree - 10 yrs. · Master's Degree - 8 yrs.

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Advanced knowledge and advanced understanding of US government security regulations and intelligence/counterintelligence operations to include the implementation and management of compliance processes, procedures, and best practices.

Advanced written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large audience of varying experience and operational backgrounds.

Strong relationship building and negotiation skills.

Demonstrated ability to identify problems, analyze courses of action and implement solutions.

Demonstrated ability to expertly handle sensitive discussions with discretion, strong personal ethics commitment and sound judgment.

Consistently models high standards of honesty, openness, and respect for the individual. Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead Research Security Compliance personnel.
Experience working in an organization with integrated, cross-functional work teams is necessary.

Demonstrated effectiveness in a operational environment with concurrent tasks and changing priorities and resources.

Ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and identify security vulnerabilities related to information security, personnel security and physical security protocols.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Must be a U.S. citizen with a current U.S. government Top Secret security clearance or have a current U.S. government Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a U.S. government Top Secret security clearance.

Completion of Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agencies Facility Security Officers Course for Possessing Facilities.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Grade

39

Salary Range

$90,800 - $151,300

Job Category

Executive/Director/Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

06/15/2022

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.

Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/30114
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

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  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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  2. * How many years of d relevant experience do you possess in intelligence, counterintelligence or information security; eight (8) yrs. experience must be in management, training, compliance and protection of US Government-controlled information. Experience must show progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Are you a US Citizen?
    • Yes
    • No


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