Chelsea Search Group, Inc.
Senior Facility Security Officer
Chelsea Search Group, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Senior Facility Security Officer
Minneapolis, MNFull-time + BenefitsUS Citizen onlyWe are seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) to lead our organization's comprehensive security program and oversee our classified information systems infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic approach to security management, combining expertise in personnel security, cybersecurity, and compliance with classified contract requirements.Required Qualifications:
7+ years of experience as an FSO or Deputy FSOAbility to obtain and maintain higher clearancesBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related fieldCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certificationCurrent FSO certification from DCSA Center for Development of Security ExcellenceMaster's degree preferred in related fieldUS CitizenTechnical Expertise Required:
Advanced proficiency in virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)Experience with classified information systems on both Windows and Linux platformsExperience with vulnerability scanning tools and penetration testing methodologiesFamiliarity with SIEM tools and security monitoring solutionsKnowledge of cloud security architecture (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)Understanding of DevSecOps principles and practicesKey Responsibilities:
Security Program Leadership
Develop and manage annual security budgetDrive strategic security initiatives aligned with business objectivesLead a team of security professionals and coordinate with cross-functional teamsMaintain facility clearance and oversee all aspects of classified contractsServe as the primary liaison with DCSA, Intelligence Community agencies, and other government entitiesCompliance and Risk Management
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement mitigation strategiesDevelop and maintain Security Management PlansEnsure compliance with NISPOM, CMMC, and relevant federal security requirementsMaintain current knowledge of evolving security regulations and requirementsManage insider threat program in accordance with NISPOM requirementsOversee security audits and inspectionsPersonnel Security Management
Coordinate with HR on security aspects of hiring and termination processesDevelop and conduct sophisticated security education programsImplement continuous evaluation programsManage Special Access Programs (SAP) when applicableOversee personnel security clearance processing and maintenanceInformation Systems Security
Direct cyber threat intelligence programsDirect the implementation of classified information systemsImplement Zero Trust Architecture principlesManage Configuration Management programsOversee Authorization to Operate (ATO) processesOversee security incident response and recovery proceduresAdvanced Technical Skills
Proficiency in:Access control systems (PACS)Classified network architecture and securityIncident response platformsPKI and encryption technologiesSecurity automation toolsSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM) systemsRequired Certifications
CISSPFSO CertificationOne or more of the following preferred:CASP+CCSPCEHCISMCompTIA Security+Leadership Competencies
Demonstrated experience leading security teamsStrong executive presence and communication skillsExperience briefing senior management and government officialsStrategic planning and budget management expertiseCrisis management and decision-making abilitiesAdditional Requirements
Must live locally or relocate to Minneapolis area within 90 days of hireAvailable for domestic travel, as neededOn-call availability for security incidentsAbility to obtain and maintain special access programs (SAP) clearances
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Minneapolis, MNFull-time + BenefitsUS Citizen onlyWe are seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) to lead our organization's comprehensive security program and oversee our classified information systems infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic approach to security management, combining expertise in personnel security, cybersecurity, and compliance with classified contract requirements.Required Qualifications:
7+ years of experience as an FSO or Deputy FSOAbility to obtain and maintain higher clearancesBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related fieldCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certificationCurrent FSO certification from DCSA Center for Development of Security ExcellenceMaster's degree preferred in related fieldUS CitizenTechnical Expertise Required:
Advanced proficiency in virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)Experience with classified information systems on both Windows and Linux platformsExperience with vulnerability scanning tools and penetration testing methodologiesFamiliarity with SIEM tools and security monitoring solutionsKnowledge of cloud security architecture (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)Understanding of DevSecOps principles and practicesKey Responsibilities:
Security Program Leadership
Develop and manage annual security budgetDrive strategic security initiatives aligned with business objectivesLead a team of security professionals and coordinate with cross-functional teamsMaintain facility clearance and oversee all aspects of classified contractsServe as the primary liaison with DCSA, Intelligence Community agencies, and other government entitiesCompliance and Risk Management
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement mitigation strategiesDevelop and maintain Security Management PlansEnsure compliance with NISPOM, CMMC, and relevant federal security requirementsMaintain current knowledge of evolving security regulations and requirementsManage insider threat program in accordance with NISPOM requirementsOversee security audits and inspectionsPersonnel Security Management
Coordinate with HR on security aspects of hiring and termination processesDevelop and conduct sophisticated security education programsImplement continuous evaluation programsManage Special Access Programs (SAP) when applicableOversee personnel security clearance processing and maintenanceInformation Systems Security
Direct cyber threat intelligence programsDirect the implementation of classified information systemsImplement Zero Trust Architecture principlesManage Configuration Management programsOversee Authorization to Operate (ATO) processesOversee security incident response and recovery proceduresAdvanced Technical Skills
Proficiency in:Access control systems (PACS)Classified network architecture and securityIncident response platformsPKI and encryption technologiesSecurity automation toolsSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM) systemsRequired Certifications
CISSPFSO CertificationOne or more of the following preferred:CASP+CCSPCEHCISMCompTIA Security+Leadership Competencies
Demonstrated experience leading security teamsStrong executive presence and communication skillsExperience briefing senior management and government officialsStrategic planning and budget management expertiseCrisis management and decision-making abilitiesAdditional Requirements
Must live locally or relocate to Minneapolis area within 90 days of hireAvailable for domestic travel, as neededOn-call availability for security incidentsAbility to obtain and maintain special access programs (SAP) clearances
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