Industrial Security Analyst / Facility Security Officer (FSO) at Defcon in McLean, Virginia (Hybrid)

Job description

• We are seeking an Industrial Security Analyst / Facility Security Officer (FSO) to support and help scale our security program as DEFCON AI's classified work continues to grow. This individual will play a key role in maintaining compliance with government security requirements while helping build the processes, controls, and culture needed to support a rapidly growing defense technology company.
• This is a hybrid position based in McLean, VA, with an expectation of three days per week in the office.
• The Industrial Security Analyst / FSO is responsible for the day-to-day administration and oversight of DEFCON AI's Industrial Security Program. This role ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), customer requirements, and internal security policies while supporting employees, leadership, and external security partners.
• The ideal candidate has experience supporting industrial security programs within a cleared contractor environment and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced organization where security processes continue to evolve and mature.

Responsibilities

• Industrial Security & Compliance
• Support day-to-day industrial security operations across multiple disciplines, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), Operations Security (OPSEC), Contract Security, Security Education, Training and Awareness (SETA), Visitor Control, Investigations, and Document Control
• Ensure compliance with NISPOM, ICD requirements, customer security requirements, and internal security policies
• Maintain readiness for DCSA, customer, and internal security inspections and compliance reviews
• Conduct self-inspections, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions
• Support the ongoing development and maturation of DEFCON AI's industrial security program
• Personnel & Program Security
• Process and manage personnel security requirements, including clearance actions, visit requests, visit authorizations, and onboarding activities
• Maintain personnel security records and related databases
• Investigate security incidents and violations and ensure proper reporting and resolution in accordance with government and company requirements
• Provide security guidance and support to employees, consultants, and approved visitors
• Support contract security requirements, including DD Form 254 administration and subcontractor security management
• Classified Information Protection
• Maintain classified material accountability programs and secure storage requirements
• Conduct inventories and maintain accountability of classified information and assets
• Ensure proper marking, handling, transmission, storage, transportation, sanitization, reuse, and destruction of classified information and media
• Support the protection of classified facilities, systems, and information in accordance with applicable regulations
• Security Training & Program Development
• Develop and administer Security Awareness, Annual Refresher, and OPSEC training programs
• Create and maintain required security documentation, including SOPs, OPSEC plans, CONOPS, security procedures, and work instructions
• Promote a culture of security awareness and compliance throughout the organization
• Security Systems & Inspection Readiness
• Maintain records and security actions within NISS, DISS, and other government security systems as required
• Support DCSA, customer, and internal inspections and audits
• Assist with corrective action implementation and continuous process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of industrial security or related experience; OR Master's degree and 4+ years; OR Associate's degree and 8+ years; OR High School diploma and 12+ years of relevant experience
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance and ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP access
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), ICD security requirements, and industrial security compliance standards
• Understanding and familiarity of DD-254 implementation requirements including issuing Subcontract DD-254 using NI2
• Experience supporting personnel security, classified material control, and compliance programs within a cleared contractor environment
• Experience utilizing government security systems such as NISS, DISS, or similar platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience serving as an FSO, AFSO, or Industrial Security Specialist within a cleared facility
• CDSE FSO Program Management Certification for Processing and/or Non-Possessing Facilities
• Experience supporting multiple classified programs and government customers
• Experience preparing for and supporting DCSA or other government inspections
• Knowledge of DD Form 254 requirements and subcontractor security administration
• Experience supporting SCI and/or SAP programs
• Experience building, improving, or scaling security processes within a growing organization
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Required

• NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
• ICD security requirements
• DD-254 implementation
• NI2
• NISS
• DISS

Benefits

• A fully remote environment
• Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Unlimited PTO, with your manager’s approval
• Flexible work environment where you manage your work day
• 14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave
• Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.