Facility Security Officer (TS / SCI) {S}

Facility Security Officer (FSO) Lead

ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today. Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview : We are looking for an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) Lead for the ARKA Group's Radar and Sensor Technologies (RST) to manage the Security program and manage our facility in Chantilly, VA. This position will report to the RST Security Manager and will work in unison with all the Security & Facilities personnel across ARKA. As the Chantilly FSO you will be ultimately responsible for the continued compliance of the Chantilly facility IAW laws, regulations and requirements that apply as well as the facility operations of the site. Most importantly, the Chantilly FSO is responsible for safety and Security of the Chantilly facility and staff. Our Customers and RST staff depend on safe and secure facilities for our National Security impacting programs to work in. As the Chantilly FSO, you will have daily interaction with all levels of leadership. The Chantilly FSO has to be a strong and flexible leader that is able to solve problems while collaborating with all RST departments and ARKA resources in order to operate in optimal capacity.

Responsibilities :

• Leads the overall Security program for the Chantilly facility
• Facility management
• Oversees the RST Personnel Security program
• Facilitates RST with compliance-based solutions that keep the BU effective and compliant
• Spearheads collaboration for Chantilly facility with sites to ensure Security & Facilities is tracking
• Manages the compliance and operational ability of all classified areas of the Chantilly site
• Directs the Security & Education program for Chantilly personnel
• Reporting actual or potential Insider Threat situations to the ARKA ITPSO
• Ensures continued security compliance IAW all applicable local, State and Federal laws, regulations, contractual obligations, Customer requirements, and company policies

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Location :

Chantilly, VA Chantilly is a picturesque town located in Fairfax County. It has a wonderful historic history, welcoming charm, and many interesting attractions. The attractions found in Chantilly range from the 18th Century to outer space. Whether you're a history buff, an art enthusiast, a foodie, or just someone looking to soak in the charm, Chantilly promises an unforgettable experience. Overall, its historic sites, museums, breweries, restaurants, music and many family fun activities make Chantilly a great place to call home!

What We Offer :

EHS / Environmental Requirements :

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move / lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements :

This position requires an active TS / SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions :

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings :

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.