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Facility Security Officer (FSO) full_time NEW

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

Echostar has an exciting opportunity for a Facility Security Officer (FSO) in its Hughes Network System Division. This role will support the Defense and Intelligence Division and serve as the technical expert on security and government clearances for Hughes Networks Systems, LLC., specifically concerning classified projects for the Department of Defense (DoD), Special Access Programs (SAP) and other special projects. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities:

  • Implementation and administration all security policies, procedures, and security functions to assure compliance with applicable laws, government regulations, customer requirements and company policies.
  • Arbitrating policy and processes around personnel, clearances, and our facility with Department of Defense (DoD)
  • Interpreting NISP/IC policies; develop and implement security plans and procedures for compliance.
  • Maintain company Cage code(s)
  • Fosters teamwork and collaborative efforts among security group members to ensure timely completion of group project tasks and responsibilities.
  • Responsible for security program reviews to include formal inspections.
  • Investigates security incidents and violations and prepare reports for submittal through the Director of Security to Cognizant Security Authority
  • Develop, maintain and conduct continuous training for all cleared personnel.

Basic Requirements:

  • Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with current CI polygraph
  • 5+ years of experience with SAP and DOD
  • 5+ years of experience as an FSO
  • Experience with 32 CFR 117 and the NISPOM
  • Previous experience with U.S. government rules and regulations related to security and classified information, to include directives and guidelines of the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.
  • Previous experience maintaining a program facility in accordance with ICD 705 requirements.
  • Previous experience with DISS, e-QIP, NISS, ServiceNow (NBIS).
  • Experience using secure telephone equipment, i.e., COMSEC custodian, or Alt COMSEC custodian.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Strong interpersonal, oral presentation and writing skills

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $82,000.00 – $110,000.00

This position will have access to U.S. export-restricted materials. A successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or able to obtain U.S. authorization from the Dept. of State or the Dept. of Commerce to access such materials. For more information about U.S. export control laws, see here and here.

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

  • Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

  • Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

  • Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

  • Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.

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