FSO, Security Manager (TS/SCI) {S} (Finance)

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.

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Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) in ARKA's Radar and Sensor Technologies (RST) business located in Ypsilanti, MI facility. This role will report to the ARKA Director of Security, will work in unison with all the Security personnel across ARKA, and will have all of RST's Industrial Security professionals report to them. The RST FSO is responsible for the continued compliance of RST's facility IAW laws, regulations, and requirements. Most importantly, the FSO is responsible for the safety and security of all RST facilities and staff. The RST FSO has to be a strong and flexible leader that is able to interact daily with all levels of leadership and collaborate with all RST departments and ARKA resources in order to operate in optimal capacity.

Responsibilities:

• Leads the overall security program of RST
• Manages the Security Professionals assigned to RST
• Ensures continued compliance IAW all applicable local, State and Federal laws, regulations, contractual obligations, Customer requirements, and company policies
• Oversees the RST Insider Threat Program and all RST adverse reporting
• Facilitates RST with compliance-based solutions that keep the BU effective and compliant
• Spearheads collaboration with RST departments to ensure Security is tracking all RST activities
• Manages the compliance and operational ability of all classified areas of RST facilities
• Directs the Security & Education program for RST
• Reporting actual or potential Insider Threat situations to the ARKA ITPSO

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5 years of managing USG classified programs
• Minimum of current Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with in-scope background investigation
• CDSE FSO of Processing Facilities certification
• Experience in the following areas: National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Department of Defense Special Access Programs (DoD SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs
• Experience managing various information system security tools i.e.: (SCAP Compliance Checker,
• Independent self-starter, proactive and professional
• Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience providing technical security expertise and oversight for projects in collaboration with customers, Information Technology (IT) and other functional support departments.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation skills with an ability to effectively communicate with senior leadership
• Required to obtain / maintain various accesses and U.S. security clearances

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS/MA degree within relevant fields such as Business, Management, or Information Systems
• Prior experience managing Security Professionals
• Prior experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) processes and policies preferred

Location: Ypsilanti, MI

Ypsilanti is artistic, genuine, and original. A college town and city located on the Huron River in Washtenaw County. Ypsilanti is all about community and making families new to the area feel right at home. From educational opportunities and local museums for all ages, to accessible healthcare and transportation it's a wonderful location. It's well known for its historical museums, parks, and historic districts as well as home to Eastern Michigan University. The University of Michigan and Michigan State University also are great institutions! Ann Arbor is close by and has many things, including a bustling university town, culinary hotspot, and a tech hub with a walkable downtown that includes world-class arts and culture. Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor lies at the center of a greater collection of communities in Washtenaw County. With so many thriving communities nearby, Ann Arbor has become a cultural melting pot and urban oasis.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

ARKA 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.