Serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) for the University of Texas at El Paso. Responsible for implementing and updating internal security policies and procedures in accordance with the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives, and other governing documents. Directs the application and execution of efficient and effective security practices throughout the facilities in compliance with the NISPOM and other governing directives.

Personnel Security (35%)

• Perform personnel security administrative tasks including but not limited to:
• Coordinate and submit access request via DISS
• Maintain personnel files
• Make required reports to cognizant security agencies (CSA)
• Maintain access roster
• Visitor control and meeting coordination

Security Management (30%)

• Performs administrative functions needed for the maintenance of special programs under UTEPs portfolio.
• Initiate and track security administrative actions required for by government regulation, approved standard operating procedures and CSA guidance
• Oversee auditing and monitoring of local security policy for special programs
• Conduct self-inspections, respond to sponsor inquiries and review related documents for accuracy and completeness
• Assist PIs in meeting security administrative requirements
• Administer compliant security education, training and awareness, and update records accordingly

Information Security (15%)

• Perform information security administrative tasks including but not limited to:
• Document control
• Security log maintenance and file retention
• Incident investigation and reporting
• CDRL tracking and management
• Standard operating procedure monitoring and enforcement

Physical/Technical Security (20%)

• Perform physical/technical security administrative tasks including but not limited to:
• Maintain access lists
• Coordinate alarm response and investigation
• Perform random inspections
• Coordinate alarm testing and maintenance
• Oversee and maintain accreditation of SCI facility
• Complete Pre-Construction Security Plan, Fixed Facility Checklist, and TEMPEST Checklist

This position may involve working “on-call” or outside of normal hours of operation.

Supervisory Responsibilities: May have supervisory responsibilities.

High school Diploma/GED

Seven years providing administrative security support in a classified Department of Defense (DOD), special access (SAP), and/or sensitive compartmented information (SCI) environment.

Strong communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Employment will be contingent on selected applicant submitting application for access and receiving notification of eligibility within a time period to be specified in the job offer. If eligibility is confirmed within the specified period, employment must begin within 30 days of confirmation of eligibility. Eligibility for access to classified information must continue without interruption during employment.

Bachelor’s degree

Three to five years of experience providing administrative security support in special access and/or sensitive compartmented information environments.

Two to four years in an assistant role to a Facility Security Officer, CPSO or CSSO.

Knowledge of Special Access and Sensitive Compartmented Information programs and government regulations.

Experience in physical security and experience building secure rooms and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit. The employee must regularly walk and stand; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 10 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level is the work environment is moderately quiet.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.