Facility Security Officer (FSO)

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Cadence Design Systems is excited to invite applications for the role of Facility Security Officer (FSO). As a leading company in the industry, we are committed to excellence in security and innovation. We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and well-organized individual with prior experience administering US government security policies and procedures to join our team and lead security initiatives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain our facility clearance status in NISS and work with DCSA on required program and personnel documentation including areas of (KMP, FOCI, self-inspections, and SEAD 3 Reporting).
• Build and maintain a strong security program compliant with the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and all other applicable security requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive security education, training, and awareness program.
• Successfully complete Personnel Security Clearance actions including follow-up actions with personnel and data migration within DISS/NBIS.
• Develop and implement required security documentation to include SPPs, OPSEC plans, CONOPS, desktop instructions, and more.
• Support security requirements for proposal activities and generating tailored proposal responses and Basis of Estimate (BOE).
• Enhance the Insider Threat Program and develops training for team members and workforce.
• Obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Successfully plan and perform security inspections, including self-inspections, CSA inspections, and internal inspections, as required.
• Collaborate and consult with the Contracts Department to ensure compliance with all prime and subcontractor security requirements, including the completion, dissemination, and tracking of all DD254s.
• Conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Physical Security personnel and assist when needed for badging for employees, subcontractors, and others.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant FSO experience in lieu of degree.
• Eight (8) plus years of experience as a security professional with at least five (5) years as a certified FSO.
• Current Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret. 
• Working knowledge of government support systems (NISS, DISS, NBIS, e-APP)
• Demonstrated knowledge and functional understanding of the 32 CFR Part 117- NISPOM and the ability to administer policy, procedures and workforce training.
• Ability to work independently and follow projects through to completion in a deadline driven environment.
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills to include written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Active Top Secret clearance.
• Working knowledge of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Programs and/or Special Access Programs (SAPs) and familiarity with Intelligence Community Directives (ICD).
• Familiarity with Trusted Supplier security requirements and the ability to implement programs.
• ISP Certification.
• Knowledge of sensitive government information (CUI) policies and implementation of protective measures.
• Familiarity with ISSM/ISSO relevant duties for IT collaboration

The annual salary range for California is $123,200 to $228,800. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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