Assistant Facility Security Officer

Assistant Facility Security Officer

Facility Security Officers (FSOs) are a requirement under 32 CFR Part 117 for cleared facilities. The Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) assists the FSO in managing the classified program at George Mason University, and acts as back-up. The AFSO provides onsite direct security support at the Mason Springfield facility.

Responsibilities :

• Administers day-to-day security operations, including physical security controls, personnel processing, program reviews, visitor control, document control system, violation investigations and reports, receipt / dispatch / destruction / mail logs, visit authorization requests, and end-of-day checks;
• Serves as a COMSEC custodian (or alternate custodian) and assists with or performs semi-annual material inventories, as required;
• Performs courier duties, as required;
• Utilizes DoD database systems;
• Initiates personal security clearances and maintains all records related to clearances;
• Assists in developing and establishing an effective security awareness, training, and education program;
• Conducts initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre / post foreign travel briefings, and refresher briefings, as appropriate, and tracks annual training requirements and requirements of cleared personnel;
• Conducts all required reporting to the U.S. Government, including foreign travel and incident reporting;
• Maintains DD254s and prepares and issues DD254s to cleared subcontractors;
• Responds to U.S. Government inquiries related to George Mason University's security program; and
• Participates in self-inspections and annual assessments.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Instructions to Applicants :

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Assistant Facility Security Officer at https : / / jobs.gmu.edu / . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date : October 27, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by : November 14, 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

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