New 
Vice President, Personnel Security
 Agile Defense, LLC | |
 United States, Virginia, McLean | |
 Jul 09, 2025 | |
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At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.
Requisition #: 1049
Job Title:
Vice President, Personnel Security
Location:
1430 Spring Hill Road, Suite 200 McLean, Virginia 22102
Clearance Level:
Active DoD - Top Secret
Required Certification(s):
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Completed FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities course through the DCSA Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE).
SUMMARY
We are seeking a mission-focused Vice President of Personnel Security to serve as the Corporate Facility Security Officer (FSO). This senior leader will oversee enterprise-wide industrial security programs in compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), managing classified operations across multiple facilities and CAGE codes. The role requires deep FSO experience, strong leadership skills, and an active Top Secret clearance. This is a hybrid position based in McLean, VA.
We are seeking a seasoned and mission-focused Vice President of Personnel Security to serve as the organization's Corporate Facility Security Officer (FSO), leading and advancing our Industrial Security Programs in support of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) under 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM). This senior leader will be responsible for optimizing, standardizing, and maturing enterprise-wide security programs supporting multiple CAGE codes and cleared facilities. As Corporate FSO, the VP will act as both a strategic leader and operational steward, overseeing the company's Facility Clearance Level (FCL) portfolio, classified operations at possessing facilities, and a team of FSOs and AFSOs. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in FCL management, experience leading classified security programs at scale, and a proven ability to manage compliance across complex legal structures, including parent companies, subsidiaries, and affiliates. This is a high-visibility role requiring collaboration with internal leadership and external stakeholders, and direct engagement with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and government sponsors. This is a hybrid position, with regular on-site presence (2 days per week) at our McLean, VA location. An active Top Secret clearance is required.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Serve as the Senior Corporate FSO overseeing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs across multiple CAGE codes.
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Ensure full compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DCSA requirements, DD254 obligations, and other relevant federal security guidelines.
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Lead, mentor, and manage a team of FSOs, AFSOs, and security professionals across facilities.
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Mature, implement, and enforce Standard Practice Procedures (SPPs), OPSEC plans, incident response protocols, and insider threat reporting guidelines.
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Drive security program compliance across diverse legal entities, including parent organizations, affiliates, and wholly owned subsidiaries.
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Manage secure space accreditations and Construction Security Plans in accordance with 32 CFR
2001.53
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Conduct and oversee investigations of security incidents, violations, and adverse information reporting.
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Serve as the main point of contact with DCSA, sponsors, and other government security entities.
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Coordinate and oversee self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, and annual reviews
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Partner with IT Security/Cybersecurity leadership to ensure alignment of cyber and facility security standards, as required.
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Manage personnel security clearances through DISS, NISS, and other systems of record.
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Facilitate security education and training programs, including briefings, annual refreshers, and foreign travel debriefings.
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Assist in managing DD254s, classification guidance interpretation, and subcontractor security requirements.
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Collaborate with program managers and business leaders to integrate security compliance into contract execution and business development.
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Support classified meeting logistics, including visitor authorization requests (VARs), clearance verifications, and escort requirements.
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Maintain a proactive role in Insider Threat Working Groups and Emergency Response Planning teams.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
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This position includes supervisory responsibilities, including managing FSOs and AFSOs, conducting annual performance appraisals, and overseeing employee development and training.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
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Completed FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities course through the DCSA Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE).
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
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Bachelor's degree, with a focus in Security Management, Homeland Security, or related security discipline preferred.
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Minimum 10 years of related security experience, including 5+ years as an FSO and significant time in Possessing Facility environments.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
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Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of related security experience, including 5+ years as an FSO and significant time in Possessing Facility environments.
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Minimum 4 years of supervisory experience, leading and mentoring security teams across multiple locations or projects.
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Active Top-Secret clearance required at the time of application.
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Completed FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities course through the DCSA Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE).
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In-depth knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM, DD254s, and sponsor-specific security compliance.
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Extensive experience safeguarding classified information under NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117 and DCSA oversight.
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Demonstrated success managing security across complex corporate structures, including working with or supporting subsidiaries, affiliates, and parent entities.
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Demonstrated success leading security teams across multiple facilities and government contracts.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with senior executives, federal agencies, and internal teams.
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Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills with attention to detail.
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Proficiency with DISS, NISS, and other sponsor-specific portals.
Preferred Skills
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Master's degree in Security Management, Homeland Security, or related discipline.
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Experience with SCIF construction/accreditation, COMSEC, and special program support.
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Strong project management and matrix team leadership skills in a multi-disciplinary security environment.
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Deep understanding of DD254 issuance, subcontractor oversight, and classified contract execution.
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Strong interpersonal and influencing skills; experience supporting program capture efforts from a security compliance standpoint.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
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Corporate site with 0%-10% travel possible. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.
Strength Demands
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Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical Requirements
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Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
Happy
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Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful
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Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest
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Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble
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Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry
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Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle
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Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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