Assistant Facility Security Officer and Insider Threat Program Senior Official (Program Management Leader)

Job ID: 318661

Department

RESEARCH SECURITY OFFICE (UA-RSO-IUBLA)

Department
Information

The Research Security Office (RSO) was created by Indiana University (IU) to address the security risks posed to the
research environment at Indiana University and to assist researchers with efforts to protect themselves, their research data and
methodologies, publication rights, and intellectual property. RSO is one of the core divisions of IU Research. The Associate Vice President
for Research and Chief Research Security Officer (AVP/CRSO) is a member of IU Research’s Senior Leadership Team and serves as IU’s Facility
Security Officer (FSO).

As part of its mission, RSO is tasked with operating IU’s industrial security program in compliance with the
National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (32 CFR Part 117) and other applicable government and sponsor requirements related to
safeguarding classified information. This includes operation of the Insider Threat Program.

Job Summary

Indiana
University (IU) seeks a highly qualified and experienced professional to serve as the Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) and Insider
Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO).

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Supports the university’s industrial
  security program under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and leads the Insider Threat Program to ensure the protection of
  classified information and personnel.
• Assists the Facility Security Officer in maintaining compliance with federal regulations,
  while the ITPSO is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Insider Threat Program in accordance with National
  Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other applicable government and sponsor requirements.
• Assists the Facility
  Security Officer (FSO) in managing the university’s industrial security program.
• Creates efficient electronic workflows for
  management of visitors, personnel clearance requests, etc.
• Supports compliance with the NISPOM and other applicable government and
  sponsor regulations and requirements.
• Serves as a secondary liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
  (DCSA).
• Helps maintain facility clearance requirements and documentation.
• Ensures appropriate safeguarding of classified
  information through physical, IT, and procedural controls.
• Participates in self-inspections and audits.
• Supports
  investigations and incident response efforts.
• Supports personnel security clearance processes, including initiation, maintenance,
  and termination.
• Conducts background checks and maintain security files.
• Provides guidance and training on security
  awareness and other relevant industrial security matters to cleared personnel.
• Assists in preparing and submitting reports to DCSA
  and other agencies.
• Maintains documentation and records in accordance with federal guidelines.
• Stays current with changes in
  security regulations and implement necessary updates.
• Further develops and oversees the Insider Threat Program in compliance with
  NISPOM requirements.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate insider threats, including leading
  IU’s Insider Threat Program Working Group.
• Establishes and maintains procedures for reporting, tracking, and responding to potential
  threats.
• Conducts risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensures proper training and awareness for all
  cleared personnel regarding insider threat indicators and reporting responsibilities.
• Liaises with faculty and staff, including the
  Office of National Defense (R and D) Relations to ensure efficient, secure operations of the Applied Research Center.
• Coordinates
  security procedures related to classified meetings and events.

General Responsibilities

• Provides highest
  level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define program methodologies and standards; provides direction
  and guidance on high priority program operations/projects/initiatives.
• Establishes short-term business plans and long-term
  operational objectives, including managing program timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multi-phase
  program initiatives.
• Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance
  management, and dismissal.
• Manages high level assignments and allocation of resources, including negotiating and coordinating
  initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale programs with a wide audiences in support of
  academic initiatives.
• Makes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost
  containment.
• Researches and stays up-to-date on new industry program standards, subject matter experts, best practices, and
  strategic marketing; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs.
• Works collaboratively
  with other unit leaders, volunteers, students and/or faculty experts across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and
  related policies/procedures.
• Prepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory
  committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces
  related to program development, educational initiatives and institutional priorities.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum
required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 4 years of relevant experience
• 3 years of experience in industrial security or related
  field
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and federal security regulations

Preferred

• Experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) or Assistant FSO
• Experience managing or supporting an Insider Threat
  Program
• 5 years of experience in industrial security or related field
• 1 year of management experience.
• Experience in
  a university or research environment

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Ability to
  obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI personnel clearance

Preferred

• Facility Security Officer (FSO)
  certification through the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE).
• Active Top Secret/SCI personnel clearance.

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of
  professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Excellent organizational
  skills.
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
• Effectively coaches and delivers constructive
  feedback.
• Instills commitment to organizational goals.
• Effective conflict management skills.
• Demonstrates a high
  commitment to quality.
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
• Builds and manages effective
  teams.

Preferred

• Ability to speak with large groups and a wide variety of individuals.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and
other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office
environment and the campus. The individual in this role must serve as an Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) authorized by the
National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (32 CFR Part 117). All ITPSOs must meet the requirements as stipulated by NISPOM to
serve in this capacity, including but not limited to holding US citizenship. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential
functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa
sponsorship.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$95,000.00 – $128,000.00
annually

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits
including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU
  contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by
  IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment
  insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each
  year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance
  program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job
Classification

Career Level: Sr. Operational

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: General Administration

Job Family:
Program Management

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