Industrial Security Officer / FSO

Overview

At Esri, your work has the power to make a global impact. As part of our Industrial Security team in our DC Regional Office, you`ll play a vital role in protecting the systems and data that support our customers` most critical missions. Esri`s geographic information system (GIS) technology is used by governments, defense agencies, and organizations worldwide to solve complex problems- from national security and emergency response to climate resilience and infrastructure planning.

In this role, you`ll help safeguard those efforts by ensuring compliance with government security standards while enabling innovation across the business. You`ll collaborate with teams across multiple functions, including program management, engineering, and executive leadership, in a culture that values trust, integrity, and shared purpose. This is an unique opportunity to grow your career while contributing to work that truly matters.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Vienna, VA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day security operations of the Industrial Security program with support from Corporate management, implementing a security program that enables the business while complying with Government regulations
• As an FSO/CSSO, support both collateral level DoD programs and special access programs for various Government agencies
• Work closely with Corporate management to make critical security decisions that will prevent unauthorized access to company and government facilities and information
• Conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support government customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements
• Develop, maintain, and update company policies and procedures according to 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DD254s, and contract requirements
• Maintain facility clearance status in NISS and work with DCSA on required program and personnel documentation (KMP, self-inspections, SEAD 3 Reporting, etc.)
• Manage Physical Security of multiple local facilities in compliance with DCSA and ICD 705 requirements
• Assist with the Personnel Security program and administer security clearances/access processes for new/existing employees, subcontractors, and consultants

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in a similar position, supporting similar responsibilities
• Professional experience conducting special access and industrial security operations for the US DoD or US Intelligence Community
• Experience as a certified FSO
• Professional experience as a CSSO or CPSO
• Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM, ICDs, associated Executive Orders, and Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs)
• Significant experience with the DISS/NBIS, NISS, SWFT, eQIP/eAPP
• Knowledge of OPSEC procedures and application of OPSEC to Sensitive Government information (FOUO, CUI)
• US citizenship and willingness and ability to maintain a US Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Information Systems or related field

Recommended Qualifications

• Relevant professional memberships (NCMS, ISWG, etc.)
• Experience with ICD 503 Risk Management Framework process
• Master's in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Information Systems or related field

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About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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