Facility Security Officer (FSO)/ Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO)

About this role

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) is responsible for the administration, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of the organization's industrial security and insider threat programs. This position ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), 32 CFR Part 117, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements, Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs), and applicable Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and government customer security directives.

The FSO/ITPSO serves as a primary security authority for assigned cleared facilities and is responsible for managing personnel security, classified information protection, security education and awareness, incident reporting, government inspections, and industrial security compliance.

In the capacity of ITPSO, the individual is responsible for implementing and administering a comprehensive insider threat program designed to identify, assess, report, and mitigate potential insider threats to classified information, personnel, facilities, systems, and national security interests.

Working closely with the Director of Security, executive leadership, Information Technology, Human Resources, Legal, FSOs, CSSOs, CPSOs, and government security representatives, this position ensures security programs are compliant, proactive, scalable, and aligned with organizational mission requirements.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced, solutions-oriented security professional who demonstrates strong regulatory knowledge, sound judgment, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to balance security requirements with operational objectives.

Role Expectations

Industrial Security Program Management

• Serve as the designated FSO for assigned cleared facilities and CAGE codes, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 and applicable government security requirements.

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the organization's industrial security program.

• Establish and maintain Standard Practice and Procedures (SPP), security policies, operating procedures, and compliance documentation.

• Administer security requirements associated with the organization's Facility Clearance (FCL), including coordination with DCSA.

• Maintain organizational information and required facility records in the National Industrial Security System (NISS).

• Ensure applicable Key Management Personnel (KMP) are appropriately documented, processed, and maintained.

• Oversee compliance with classified contract security requirements, including DD Form 254 review, interpretation, and administration.

• Coordinate security requirements associated with new contract awards, subcontractors, facility changes, and organizational growth.

• Conduct periodic assessments of security processes to identify vulnerabilities, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

• Advise the Director of Security and executive leadership on regulatory requirements, emerging security risks, and recommended mitigation strategies.

• Support security standardization across multiple facilities and CAGE codes operating under a Multiple Facility Organization (MFO), when applicable.

Insider Threat Program Management and Oversight

• Serve as the formally appointed Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) for assigned cleared entities.

• Develop, implement, and maintain a written Insider Threat Program Plan compliant with 32 CFR 117.7 and applicable DCSA guidance.

• Ensure the Insider Threat Program addresses the identification, assessment, reporting, and mitigation of potential insider threat indicators.

• Establish and lead an Insider Threat Working Group (ITWG) or equivalent cross-functional coordination structure involving Security, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, and other appropriate stakeholders.

• Coordinate the lawful and authorized collection, evaluation, and integration of relevant insider threat information from appropriate organizational sources.

• Establish procedures for identifying, documenting, escalating, and reporting potential insider threat indicators.

• Coordinate with the FSO, Director of Security, and government authorities regarding reportable information and security concerns.

• Ensure timely reporting of applicable insider threat information and adverse information through required government channels.

• Maintain insider threat records and documentation in accordance with applicable legal, privacy, retention, and government requirements.

• Develop and deliver initial and annual insider threat awareness training.

• Ensure personnel assigned insider threat program responsibilities receive appropriate role-specific…