Talon is a small business staffing and engineering firm providing innovative, end-to-end, rapid turn solutions to our government and commercial clients. Founded in 2019, Talon employs over 150 Aerospace and Defense engineers and other support staff to solve problems for a variety of applications to include aircraft, ballistics, cybersecurity, motorsports, armor development, biological systems, missiles, and warheads. Talon has an office in Tucson, AZ that is providing staffing solutions, technical services support, and manufacturing to Fortune 500 companies.

Position Role Type: Onsite/Full Time

Location: Tucson, AZ

Facility Security Job Description:

The FSO will develop and manage a team of security professionals. This position requires a self-motivated candidate that is capable of working independently, using good judgment when providing security support, and communicating effectively to all levels of internal and external customers. The FSO will possess the leadership skills needed to successfully lead the security team and manage the industrial security program while collaborating across functions, such as cybersecurity, IT, and HR.

Primary Qualifications:

• Assist the Corporate Facility Security Officer (FSO) with daily implementation and execution of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Administration of security procedures for classified materials, documents, and equipment in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Assist employees with the completion of security clearance paperwork
• Conduct security indoctrinations, annual refresher briefings, and debriefings of personnel
• Develop/prepare and/or modify, as necessary, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, etc.
• Ensure adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM
• Review articles and documents for appropriate classification markings
• Maintain Document Control and Media Control inventory and database
• Coordinate with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and approvals for compliance with regulations
• Maintain a visitor control program- Manage and track visit certifications to and from the facility
• Maintain reproduction and destruction capabilities of classified and/or proprietary materials
• Initiates security clearance requests, maintains records both hard copy and/or electronic, safeguards and ensures appropriate data is logged within the approved automated systems.
• Conduct security briefings on the following topics, when necessary: foreign travel, courier policies, SOP training
• Participate in security inspections and be able to compare procedures and/or regulations with actual operations in order to document findings and recommend corrective action
• Conduct annual security self-inspections, track corrective actions and communicate any deviations/findings with the sponsoring government agency
• Investigate security infractions/violations, prepare reports and recommend corrective action to be taken
• Respond to alarms and other emergencies to include after normal business hours and/or nights/weekends
• Maintain and safeguard all personnel files and employee PII
• Maintain random entry/exit inspection and IDS testing logs
• Implementation of COMSEC procedures and requirements
• Provide weekly status reports to the corporate FSO
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's Degree U.S. Citizenship and the ability to hold a US Security Clearance is REQUIRED. NON-US Citizens cannot be considered
• At least 2 years of Industrial Security experience
• Active final Secret security clearance (final Top Secret security clearance preferred)
• Understanding of NISPOM
• Knowledge of DOD tools (e.g. DISS, eQIP, Access Commander and NISS)
• Excellent organization skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

Compensation:

• Offering a competitive a wage
• Flexible work schedule
• Full-time schedules available
• 401K, Medical, and Dental

Talon is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.