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Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Information System Security Manager ( Job in Lima, Ohio US

Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Information System Security Manager (

GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC - Lima, OH

Posted: 11/27/2020 - Expires: 2/25/2021

Job ID: 222355870

Job Description

Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Information System Security Manager (ISSM)


                            Requisition Number:5326
                            Position Type:Full-Time Regular
                            Relocation Provided:No
                            Department:Industrial Security - L2244 (Indirect)



                            Location:Joint Systems Manufacturing Center - Lima, OH
                            Education Required:Bachelors Degree
                            Experience Required:3 - 5 Years




Position Description:

The Industrial Security Sr. Representative will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, and contribute to long-term planning in support of executing the overall business strategy. The role of Industrial Security Sr. Representative also aides in the development, implementation, and maintenance of security procedures as required by the Department of Defense and the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual. The Industrial Security Sr. Representative will also assume the role of the Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) and Information System Security Manager (ISSM).

Essential Responsibilities:

The AFSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and for implementing the policies, practices, and procedures contained within.
Also act as the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) which is responsible for maintaining and enforcing all Information System Security policies, standards, and directives to ensure authorization and accreditation of information systems processing U.S. Government classified information.
The ISSM will provide oversight to the facility Information System Security Officer (ISSO).
Manage the activities of a diverse team comprised of a professional staff who are responsible and accountable for Physical Security, Personnel Security, and Communications Security.
Interaction with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency as the ISSM as well as other industrial security related matters.
Investigate National Security program-specific incidents that impact cleared personnel.
Manage security and compliance posture of DoD classified holdings.
Ensure protection of government classified information and company proprietary information
Serve as a key contributor to the Insider Threat Program per DoD requirements
Conduct reviews to include program customer and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency visits and formal inspections.
Working knowledge of all Government systems required to obtain and maintain personnel and facility clearances and classified contracts.
Ensure employees are trained on & adhere to Closed Area/program procedures.
Develop and support security education and awareness program for all cleared personnel
Assists compliance with Communication Security (COMSEC duties and responsibilities (to include inventory, distribution and destruction)
Act as a liaison with the Department of Army (DA) Police.
Provide a safe and secure workplace for the employees, contractors, visitors and suppliers



Position Requirements:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university of college plus a minimum of 3 years' experience is preferred or a high school diploma with a minimum of 10 years' experience in industrial security. Applicable experience in lieu of education will be considered.
Extensive experience with personnel security, physical security, JPAS, DISS, SWFT, SIMS, DD254s and document control.
The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for maintaining and enforcing all Information System Security policies, standards, and directives to ensure authorization and accreditation of information systems processing U.S. Government classified information. The position requires in-depth working knowledge of and experience with multiple government directives, i.e. NISPOM Chapter 8, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF), and comparable industry standards.
The AFSO will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to policies, practices, and procedures of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and for implementing the policies, practices, and procedures contained within.
Minimum of 3 years of experience administering in a National Industrial Security Program, government, or US Department of Defense setting (Including COMSEC (Communications Security); NISPOM (National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual) experience is preferred.
Possess an active DoD Secret clearance (with an ability to attain and maintain a Top Secret clearance)
Strong oral/written communications skills, interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to answer alarms after hours in a specified time frame
Ability to travel (Candidate should have proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

The successful candidate will be:

Must be at least 18 years of age and a U.S. Citizen.
Successful in completing the pre-employment process including but not limited to medical exam, drug screen, and background check.
Able to obtain Department of Army unescorted facility access.
Able to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance.
Able to obtain/sustain Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) certifications for vehicle entry.
Able to work in a team-based environment.
Able to work in both an office and production floor environment including in temperature extremes, in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists and in areas with a high noise volume.
Able to climb ladders and stairs both onto and into vehicle structures.
Bending, kneeling, standing, stooping and crawling and able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
Able to travel occasionally.




                We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to working with and providing accommodations to individuals with a disability. Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation due to disability for any part of the application or hiring process may contact benefits@gdls.com for assistance. Determination of requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.





General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.

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Job Summary

Employment Type:: Full Time Employee
Job type:: Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:: No
Education Level:: Bachelor's degree
Work Days:: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code: 43032140_1
Salary: N/A
Licenses / Certifications:: N/A; N/A

Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)/Information System Security Manager (

GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC - Lima, OH

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