Facility Security Officer (FSO)

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Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Federal Industrial Security Specialist

We are seeking an individual to help ensure Okta meets various Federal compliance requirements, with a focus on Industrial Security. This individual will function as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) and will report to the Senior Corporate Counsel, Public Sector and Regulated Products.

In this position, you will play a critical role in conducting security operations in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD series), and other U.S. Government contract requirements and regulations. You will provide day to day security administration and management, lead self-inspections and U.S. Government assessments, help guide employees and assure compliance with all U.S.Government and company security regulations. This position will communicate and collaborate daily with U.S. Government counterparts, company management, and program personnel in a collaborative environment.

Description

As the FSO, you will be responsible for protecting classified information, overseeing personnel clearances, coordinating with U.S. Government security agencies, and ensuring that our facilities, systems, and people align with federally mandated security requirements

Thrive in high-responsibility role in a fast-moving, startup environment

Serve as the primary point of contact for all matters related to facility security, industrial security, and NISPOM compliance

Manage and maintain personnel security clearances (PCLs), including submission, tracking, and periodic reinvestigations through DISS

Develop and deliver security training and briefings for cleared and uncleared personnel

Prepare for and respond to U.S. Government audits, inspections, and inquiries from the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), or other U.S. Government agencies, as applicable

Coordinate with leadership and program managers to ensure classified projects, processes, and  internal and external communications follow required protocols

Maintain and implement security policies, standard operating procedures, and emergency response plans

Lead the Insider Threat Program for cleared Okta personnel

As Okta’s Federal Industrial Security Specialist, this position will oversee the security posture of Okta’s Federal business vertical, including physical, administrative, and information security practices. This individual will:

Collaborate cross functionally to stand up and maintain a CUI protection program that will achieve targeted goals for CMMC compliance

Review physical security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new U.S. Government contracts

Be a SME and collaborator in developing information security policies and procedures that meet requirements of Okta’s Federal business vertical

Work with Global trade compliance teams to ensure alignment with U.S. Government regulations.

Maintain Okta’s

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registrations, and other U.S. Government registrations and filings as directed

Will also be engaged in Okta’s FedRAMP eligibility review process and other responsibilities associated with U.S. Public Sector and Highly Regulated Products

Responsibilities

Communicate and collaborate daily with U.S. Government counterparts, company management and program personnel, and work closely with other industrial security team members in a collaborative environment

Administer day-to-day security operations of the Industrial Security program with support from Corporate management, implementing a security program that enables the business while complying with U.S. Government regulations

Support both collateral level DoD programs and function as CSSO for various U.S. Government contracts as needed

Work closely with Corporate management to make critical security decisions that will help prevent unauthorized access to company and government facilities and information

Conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support U.S. Government customer assessments, and implement security measures to meet requirements

Develop, maintain, and update company policies and procedures according to 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DD254s, and contract requirements

Maintain Facility Clearance status in NISS and work with DCSA on required program and personnel documentation (KMP, self-inspections, SEAD 3 Reporting, etc.)

Assist with the Personnel Security program and administer security clearances/access processes for new/existing employees, subcontractors, and consultants

Work collaboratively with organizations across Okta to align teams towards Federal compliance

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in industrial security or a related role, including direct experience as an FSO or extensive experience as an Assistant FSO with demonstrated capability to take on the role of FSO.

Experience As An Itpso.

Thorough working knowledge of the NISPOM Rule, ICDs, associated Executive Orders, and Security Executive Agent Directives (SEADs)

Experience With The Diss/nbis, Niss, Swft, And Other Systems

Knowledge of OPSEC procedures and application of OPSEC to Sensitive U.S. Government information (FOUO, CUI)

Completion of all ITPSO and FSO certification training from CDSE

Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to interface with internal stakeholders and U.S. Government agencies

U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret and/or Top Secret security clearance

Experience Working In Or With A Saas Company

Preferred

Active Secret / TS-SCI clearance

Experience Establishing Or Scaling A Security Program Within A Startup Or Small Business

Experience Initiating Cmmc Efforts And Cui Programs

Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, and export compliance requirements

Prior experience supporting autonomous systems, defense technology, or DoD research and development programs

Experience working in environments with employees, managers, and leadership unfamiliar with Industrial Security practices

Relevant professional memberships (NCMS, etc.)

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Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit:

https://rewards.okta.com/us

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The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between:

$180,000

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$248,000 USD

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