Facility Security Officer

Job Title: Facility Security Officer 

Job Type : Part-Time 

Location: Remote 

Compensation/Salary: $70.00-$80.00 Per Hour 

Authorization Status: Must be Authorized to Work in the U.S. 

Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible to pass and maintain a Moderate Risk Public Trust Background Check (HSPD-12) 

About Aleto 

Aleto specializes in federal property management, space planning, and facility management. Aleto primarily supports federal government agencies to create realty solutions, provide facility and space planning support services, and enhance strategic communications.  

We are looking to hire motivated people who are excited to grow with us. You'll have the potential to help improve processes and help identify solutions for our government, supporting the organizations that serve American citizens across the country. We offer the opportunity to work directly with clients to have a real impact on the day-to-day operations of federal agencies. 

We are a growing company that stands firm on our core values: Accountability, Ingenuity, Reliability, Service, and Stewardship. This is what sets us apart from our competitors.  

Our Mission, Vision, and Purpose: 

• Aleto is committed to helping federal agencies improve their workspaces.  

• We aspire to be trusted advisors to senior executives for federal leasing and facilities operations decision-making.  

• Our purpose is to enhance your workspaces with our innovations while maintaining your trust with dependable, responsible, and high-quality service.  

We work hand-in-hand with our partners, from start to finish, to ensure we're identifying and delivering the best solutions based on their business needs. 

We offer paid vacation, sick time, paid federal holidays, parental leave, full medical/dental/vision, and a 401(k) with employer match.  

We are proud to employ a group of experts from diverse backgrounds. We recognize that recent studies show those from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to roles if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. We are committed to building an inclusive culture and encourage you to leap with confidence and apply--you may be exactly who we've been looking for! 

Aleto is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or veteran status.  

What we are looking for: 

Aleto Inc. is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to play a crucial role in ensuring the protection and compliance of Aleto Inc.'s sensitive information and resources. The primary responsibility includes the development, implementation, and monitoring of comprehensive security programs in accordance with the guidelines established by the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The FSO will work diligently to safeguard classified information, perform security audits, and enforce risk mitigation strategies, thereby reducing the chances of a security breach. Additionally, FSOs conduct thorough background investigations, grant security clearances, and facilitate security training programs.   

Interview Process 

If you are selected for an interview, Aleto will contact you by email to arrange an interview via an online platform, such as Microsoft Teams or by telephone. The entire interview process can average around 3 weeks from the time you are initially contacted to interview. After all candidates are interviewed, Aleto will notify you of your application status.  

If an offer is extended, the start date is determined based on factors such as availability and the amount of time it takes for the government's background clearance process (depending on the client).  

Visit our website at to learn more about Aleto, Inc.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 

Duties include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

• Initiating, reviewing, and processing Personnel Security Clearances and Periodic Reinvestigations.

• Preparing Visit Authorization Requests (VARs).

• Performing badging functions, including satellite offices and job sites. Processing Common Access Card (CAC), DBIDS, and other badge requests.

• Communicating Clearance status updates to Project Managers and other individuals within the organization.

• Performing security briefings/debriefings

• Submit electronic fingerprints through SWFT.

• Managing document control databases for all classified material per the NISPOM and contractual requirements.

• Reviewing employee background screening results and providing pass/fail determinations.

• Reviewing access control systems and maintaining employee/visitor badges and access control cards.

• Maintaining facility clearance records (SF 328, KMP list, etc.). Assisting with preparing DD254.

• Preparing for DCSA and other government inspections.

ALETO JOB DUTIES 

•  Compliance with all Aleto processes, standards, and guidelines, including utilizing the employee and intranet platforms, clocking in and/or entering time daily, submitting expense reports, providing monthly progress reports, etc. 

• Participate in recurring performance development meetings with your Aleto Team Lead to discuss current job tasks, promote open dialog/feedback, recognize and celebrate wins, and review positive and purposeful approaches for meeting work-related and professional development goals. 

• Attend team meetings, tri-annual company All-Hands Meetings, and other company-sponsored team-building events to foster and support Aleto's core values, vision, and culture.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Qualifications / Education / Experience: 

• Master's Degree and 5-7 Years of the following experience or Bachelor's Degree and 7-9 Years of the following experience or Associate's degree and 10-12 Years of the following experience.

• Security, Government, or Industry Experience.

• Proficiency in DISS, NISS, ACCS, and other security databases

• Understanding of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual

• Familiarity with SIMS

• COMSEC experience

• Strong understanding of NISPOM 3

• Required Certifications: FSO Certification for Possessing Facility Completion.

• Requires absolute discretion, demonstrated judgment, problem-resolution skills, and a background of working in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills and the ability to relay technical information to others.

• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.

• Strong MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Skills are a plus.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills must be comfortable presenting to clients and executive personnel.

• Ability to write clearly and informatively, editing work for spelling and grammar, varying writing style to meet needs

• Highly developed interpersonal and customer relationship management skills

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Professional demeanor, strong work ethic, discreet, resourceful, and able to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to communicate with a variety of people, both internal and external

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to initiate and follow through on work independently

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent time management and prioritization skills

• Strong multi-tasking abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to meet assigned deadlines

• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions

• Proven risk management skills, both financial and programmatic

• Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills to provide strategic data interpretation, rather than simple reporting

• Strong ethics and sound judgment

• Demonstrated ability to make important decisions under pressure

• Proven ability to develop and maintain and positive team environment

What We Offer: Benefits and Perks

At Aleto, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable assets. We are proud to offer the following employee programs and benefits to enhance our employees’ well-being and total rewards package while practicing our core value of Stewardship.  

Below is a list of comprehensive benefits offered to employees who work 30 hours or more each week:   

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance: 

Aleto employees are offered single, single-plus-one-dependent, or family medical, vision, and dental insurance plans.  

Aleto offers three medical plan options to employees. Aleto contributes 75% of the employee premium to the base medical plan and the option to “buy up” for the two additional plans.  

Aleto contributes 75% of the employee premium for the vision and dental plans. 

• Pre-Tax Savings Accounts 

The option to enroll in an HSA or FSA , depending on elected medical insurance coverage. Dependent Care FSAs are also available.  

• Disability Insurance:  

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. 

• Life Insurance: 

Company-paid life insurance coverage.  

• Paid Time Off: 

Paid time off includes eleven federal holidays. Full-time employees accrue PTO at the rate of 5 hours per pay period for a total of three weeks per year. In addition, employees are provided with a separate bank of 40 hours of paid sick leave per year.  

• Retirement Plan: 

Aleto offers full-time employees a 401(k) qualified retirement plan.  

Environment and Physical Conditions  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time, move inside and around an office, position themself to access items located in high or low areas, and transport items weighing up to 20 pounds across the office. Requires the constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery and the ability to observe details at a close range typically within a few feet of the observer.  The employee interacts frequently with other workers, vendors, and clients and will communicate information and ideas so others will understand and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The position consistently requires work to be completed in an office environment with artificial light and air. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

If you have questions or need additional assistance, please contact us at [email protected]