Facility Security Officer 03140 Nwg

Location: Knoxville, TN
Title: Facility Security Officer
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: 0-25%
Clearance: Must have a current DOE Q Level Clearance or DOD Top Secret with the ability to obtain Q Level through reciprocity.

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) will provide expertise, guidance, and advice related to all facility and personnel security clearances and administrative functions. The FSO/ITPSO will also play an integral role supporting the Insider Threat Program Functions include the processing of facility and personnel security clearances via the DISS, DOE and e-QIP systems, understanding of the intelligence community and access requests, administering security awareness training programs and preparing visit requests as well as managing the physical. Lead by example in all aspects of performance, safety, policies, and guidelines. Coach and develop personnel through accountability for performance, actions, and behavior.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process personnel for security clearance investigations.
• Brief all employees on their responsibilities for protecting, handling, transmitting, storing, and destroying national security information.
• Process visit requests of personnel to other facilities and U.S. Government organizations.
• Assists with the administration of the corporate wide Insider Threat Program.
• Develop creative educational and training products to disseminate to all employees, its consultants, and subcontractors.
• Conduct, audits of the access control system and intrusion detection system and notify company's Government sponsor of abnormalities.
• Establish and maintain physical security procedures for the facility.
• Develop concepts of operation.
• Develop and maintain Fixed Facility Checklist.
• Perform risk analysis and management based on threat reports and changing trends.
• Maintain various SOPs required by the Department Of Energy and the Department of Defense (e.g., Standard Practice Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, etc.).
• Conduct annual self-inspections of the security program and report all vulnerabilities to the Program Manager.
• Investigate adverse information reported and make recommendations to management on disciplinary actions based on the investigation results.
• Recommends modifications to plant operations as conditions change.
• Conducts Management Self-Assessments
• Interviews applicants for department jobs and recommends candidates to department manager for hiring. With department job instructor and safety committee member, conducts orientation of new hires and their safety training on shift.
• Conducts probationary and annual performance reviews of direct reports and recommends performance increases, retraining, transfer, termination, etc.
• Applies company employee relations policies in all dealings with employees.
• Maintains good housekeeping in the department
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicate daily objectives and oversee training and development
• Coach and develop personnel in implementing security related requirements according to DOE and DOD Orders, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manuel, and other applicable Federal Statutes and Regulations.
• Provide Corrective Action, as necessary, in partnership with Human Resources.
• Hold personnel accountable for complying with security program and procedural requirements required shift behavior and work performance.
• Immediately notify the Technical Services Manager in the event of security related issues that affect the safety of site personnel or potentially disrupt site operations.
• Ensure all essential functions of assigned Security personnel are performed in a safety-conscious work environment.
• Provide coaching and direction to promote Human Performance Improvement (HPI).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As Assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in compatible field with 10 years of experience in Industrial Security (military or civilian).

Skills and Abilities:

• Safety Awareness-Ability to adapt to and maintain a safety-conscious work environment.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate, conduct, and conform to a set of values and accepted standards, such as honesty, integrity, reliability, and accountability.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task and perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Teamwork - Ability to effectively work within a team environment to effectively accomplish work activities, exhibiting a professional demeanor toward co-workers and customers.
• Communication- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with others using both the spoken and written word, as well as ability to actively listen and comprehend communication from others.
• Know and demonstrate knowledge of DOE Orders and Code of Federal Regulation as that relate to maintaining compliant Site Security.
• Prior experience working with DOE.
• Understanding of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Proven analytic skills and the ability to establish objectives, formulate plans and processes, and implement solutions.
• Display strong leadership capabilities and a commitment to safety and quality.

Special Requirements:

• Must have a current DOE Q Level Clearance or DOD Top Secret with the ability to obtain Q Level through reciprocity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding with demonstrable experience in DOE facility and personal security clearance processes and administration including ATS and DISS.
• Completion of FSO course of instruction.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to physical security, information security, access, and visitor control security issues.
• Ability to perform and interpret vulnerability assessments.
• Ability to administer the operations of a security infrastructure.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, bend, perform light lifting, and limited stretching and reaching the employee may occasionally be required to climb stairs, ladders, and stand for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.