Job Details

Site Security Officer

Position Number: 6578811
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Site Security Officer
Lubbock
42330BR
Critical Infr Security Inst CISI

Position Description
The Site Security Officer (SSO) will supervise and direct security measures for the Critical Infrastructure Security Site. The SSO is required to take applicable training courses to understand fully the complexity of the requirements levied by their duties. Experienced in developing, administering, and/or overseeing security procedures and programs for classified or proprietary materials and documents. Candidates should have experience in coordinating and processing security clearances. Experience in implementing federal security regulations and obtaining rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations. Experience conducting security education classes. This job is fully on-site and includes being on-call to respond to incidents at the facility.

Major/Essential Functions

Act as classified system Point of Contact (POC) and maintain access and coordination with system administrators.
Serve as Points of Contact (POC) for guards regarding secure spaces.
Manage and provide on-site physical security of a complex family of facilities.
Develop, implement, and monitor security policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with federal regulations (e.g., NISPOM, DoD 5220.22-M).
Manage personnel security clearance processes, including initial applications, reinvestigations, and periodic updates.
Send visitor access requests for official travel through DISS.
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for personnel.
Oversee physical security measures such as access control, visitor management, surveillance systems, alarms, and badge systems.
Conduct security education, training, and awareness (SETA) programs for cleared personnel.
Prepare for and participate in audits, inspections, and self-assessments conducted by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or other agencies.
Conduct security briefings and debriefings.
Conduct periodic self-inspections of the security program.
Keep the National Industrial Security System (NISS) updated.
Maintain adherence to the DD-254.
Investigate security violations and incidents; prepare and submit appropriate reports.
Coordinate with IT staff to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements for classified systems (e.g., RMF, NIST standards).
Maintain required security documentation, records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Support emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and safety compliance related to security.
Liaise with government security agencies and internal and external customers in support of program-related activities.
Maintain SCIF accreditation, integrity and all associated requirements for monitoring and response.
Responsible for installation and accreditation of client systems.
Provide guidance, oversee, and direct SCIF construction.
Provide proposal response write-up and guidance.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field, with at least 3 years of experience in security administration or equivalent experience in the military, federal government or contractor supporting federal government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

Active U.S. Government TS/SCI Security Clearance.
US Citizen.
Prior experience as an SSO.
Facility Clearance (FCL) knowledge.
In-depth knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA procedures, ICD705, and other DoD security regulations.
Working knowledge of the Defense Information Systems for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain discretion with sensitive information.

Special Instructions to Applicant

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.