AFSO/ACPSO (SSA)

Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90 of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

The (AFSO/ACPSO) Assistant Facility Security Officer / Assistant Contractor Program Security Officer reports directly to the FSO/CPSO and assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of security procedures as required by the Cleared Facility, the Department of Defense (DOD), the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM and the DoDM 5205.07 Vol 1-4.

Job Responsibilities

Assists the FSO/CPSO with the overall security program
Processes new employee security clearances.
Tracks security clearance investigations and performs support functions pertaining to DISS, NBIS and NISS administration
Provides security briefings, debriefings, and awareness training for site personnel
Processes outgoing and incoming visit requests and certifications
Review required forms, processes, and screens security forms (SF85 and SF86)
Ensures document control security by safeguarding classified documents in accordance with the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and through coordination with government agencies, and the FSO
Support other company security disciplines as needed in connection with classified/secure projects: Legal, Information Technology, and Corporate Communications Skills/Qualifications
Assist the FSO with staying compliant with the companies Special Security Agreement (SSA)
Work together with the trade/export compliance teams to ensure FOCI mitigation
Support building access control system, including issuance and management of badges, access logs, and ensuring physical security

Job Requirements:

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

US Citizen
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
2 years’ experience in security programs as AFSO or in related field
Completion of FSO Program Management or completion within twelve months from start date
Active Department of Defense Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity or related fields
Preferred Certifications including any of the following: CPSO, ISP
Strong knowledge of DISS, NBIS, NISS government programs, SF86, DD254, DD441 and SF 328
In-depth knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) requirements
Understanding of Security Executive Agent Directive (SEAD) 3 and SEAD 4.
Strong computer skills (proficient with Microsoft Office) and cybersecurity knowledge
Must be able to interpret and implement security policy, provide guidance, oversight and assistance to company personnel
Must be able to manage and oversee comprehensive Security Compliance Program
Must have a basic understanding of Special Security Agreements Must have excellent written and oral communications skills

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Job Ident #: 1161727501

Company Details

GKN Aerospace

3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/

GKN is a global engineering business. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for most of the world’s leading aircraft, vehicle and machinery manufacturers. We are continuously evolving, pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing...

Benefits:
To be discussed at time of employment

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing
Airbus
Lockheed Martin

Supported Models:
787
A350XWB
F-35

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Job Info

Location

Cromwell, Connecticut, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

GKN Aerospace

3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/