Facilities Security Officer

Who we are

Helsing develops artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities to protect and defend democracies.  We are growing our US operations, cultivating an ambitio u s and committed team of mission-driven professionals to apply their skills to solve challenging problems.  

The role

We are seeking an experienced Facility Security Officer (FSO) to spearhead security operations at our brand-new manufacturing facility in West Virginia, and to help write the next chapter of our company's growth story.  

This is more than a job; it's a rare opportunity to leave your mark in a brand new role. As a dual-scope leader, you'll blend strategic, corporate-level personnel security and National Industrial Security Program (NISP) compliance work supporting our home office with hands-on physical security management at the plant floor.  

The day-to-day

Personnel Security & NISPOM Compliance (Corporate Support)  

Ensure adherence to the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and serve as the primary liaison with DCSA field offices, government security representatives, and other federal agencies.  

Manage the end-to-end clearance process (eAPP/DISS) and maintain cleared employee records, briefings, debriefings, and periodic reinvestigations.  

Develop and deliver comprehensive security training programs, including initial indoctrination, annual refreshers, and specialized briefings (foreign travel, insider threat, etc.).  

Prepare for, facilitate, and support formal Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) security reviews, audits, and assessments.  

Manage and enforce strict compliance procedures for the proper handling, storage, tracking, and destruction of classified, export-controlled, and proprietary information.  

  Physical Security & Facility Operations (Plant-Level)  

Guard & Visitor Management: Manage the contract guard force (scheduling, post orders, compliance) and enforce visitor control procedures, including badging, escort requirements, and access logs.  

Physical Systems Maintenance: Maintain and monitor plant physical security measures (access control, CCTV, alarms, perimeter security) in accordance with corporate standards.  

Audits & Asset Protection: Conduct regular security inspections, audits, and vulnerability assessments to enforce security requirements for restricted areas, asset protection, and proprietary information.  

Incident & Emergency Response: Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-level security incidents, investigations, emergency response coordination, and crisis management.  

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate directly with facility management, Human Resources, and safety teams on integrated security planning, policy alignment, and risk mitigation

You should apply if you  

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)  

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in industrial/corporate security, with direct FSO or personnel security experience  

Working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and DCSA processes  

Experience managing contract or in-house security guard forces  

Proficiency with DISS, NBIS, eAPP, and NISS  

Strong understanding of access control systems, visitor management, and physical security best practices  

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills  

U.S. citizenship required  

US SECRET clearance required  

Note: We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarized in a few bullet points.  

Nice to Have

FSO Program Management Curriculum certification (CDSE)  

Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment

Experience supporting both classified and unclassified corporate security programs simultaneously

Security certifications (e.g., ISP, IAM, PSP) 

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