Assistant Facility Security Officer - Top Secret Clearance required

Assistant Facility Security Officer - Top Secret clearance required

At PMAT, we work on mission critical systems that directly support the warfighter, designing, building, and securing modern digital capabilities across cloud, data, and software environments. Our teams tackle complex, real-world challenges where delivery matters more than theory, and innovation is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and purpose.

In this role, you’ll contribute to PMAT’s internal security and compliance operations, supporting the protection of classified information and the integrity of our cleared workforce. You’ll work alongside leadership, program teams, and the Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure adherence to NISPOM requirements, maintain personnel and facility security processes, and help sustain a secure, compliant environment that enables mission-critical work in support of national defense.

About the role: The Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) supports the management and administration of the site’s National Industrial Security Program (NISP). This role ensures regulatory compliance for contractual efforts in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), serving as a subject matter expert for NISP regulatory compliance and collateral security. The AFSO collaborates and supports the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and leadership to maintain a secure and compliant workplace.

Responsibilities: Assist in implementing, managing, and enforcing all aspects of the NISPOM per federal and company policies.

Utilize Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) for personnel security actions.

Initiate, review, and process security clearance packages; conduct fingerprints as needed.

Track and maintain Personnel Security (PERSEC) information, clearance status, training records, and visit certifications (VARs).

Implement visitor control procedures and process classified visit requests.

Provide security education, briefings, and debriefings.

Investigate and review security violations under direction; recommend corrective actions.

Maintain document control for classified materials, including marking, transmission, and destruction.

Support incident reporting, administrative inquiries, and mitigation efforts.

Participate in risk management efforts and vulnerability assessments.

Support security self-inspections, government security reviews (e.g., DCSA), and compliance audits.

Assist with the Insider Threat Program and annual compliance reporting.

Serve as a point of contact for NISP-related policy and compliance matters.

Other duties as assigned.

About Us: PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis.

We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room.  Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper.  We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter.

Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, you’ll work alongside experts who are committed to solving mission-critical problems. If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a real difference, apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of defense technology!

Required Skills and Experience:

Professional experience working as an AFSO; DOD related security experience.

Experience with DoD processes, procedures, or equivalent regulatory environment preferred.

Basic understanding of NISP, 32 CFR Part 117, and policies for safeguarding National Security Information.

Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to identify and solve problems, plan projects, analyze data, and produce clear documentation.

Proficient computer skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Willingness to work extended hours and travel as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Education and Certification Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Completed Facility Security Officer Program Management for Safeguarding Certification is preferred but not required upon hire.

Citizenship and Clearance requirements: 

US Citizenship required

Active and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance

Location/Address:

On site

Main Office 4055 Hancock Street, Suite 115, San Diego, CA 92110

4838 Ronson Court, San Diego, CA 92111

Travel & Passport: Under 10% travel. Ronson Court office and annual conferences

Work Environment: PMAT offices as needed. In some cases, work in a government facility may be required. Travel may be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development.

PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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