The Facility Security Officer (FSO), a critical member of Honeywell Government Security Compliance (GSC), ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements for cleared industry. The selected candidate will serve as FSO for a cleared facility with safeguarding capability, and will interface with Honeywell, industry, and government representatives to clarify and interpret requirements and resolve security issues.
You will report directly to the Global Security Manager and report to the Torrance, CA site on a hybrid schedule. Please note all new hires to Honeywell will be required to come onsite fully during the first 90 days of employment.
This position requires a security professional who must be able to operate independently, display excellent judgement and decision-making ability, and have a well-rounded understanding of industrial security and other security disciplines required to administer a compliant and effective security program.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Facility Security Officer for a DCSA cleared facility.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for industrial, physical, operational, and personnel security at the assigned facility.
- Coordinate with program managers, engineering staff, facility leadership, site security, and other personnel to deliver effective and compliant security services in support of national security programs.
- Serve as security subject matter expert throughout the contract life cycle, advising on security considerations during RFP, award, extension, modification, and closeout phase.
- Process and maintain records for classified contracts (DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification) held or conducted at the facility.
- Coordinate personnel security clearance requirements with various government entities, from initial application to re-investigation and incident reporting.
- Coordinate required security education for cleared employees, to include initial security briefings, annual refresher, caveat and other specialized training through an automated training system.
- Coordinate shipping and packaging of classified materials in accordance with government regulations.
- Maintain Honeywell Protect Compliance Management System databases used for contracts management, facility metrics, classified inventory, compliance data, NISP Operations Compliance Center (NOCC) interface and training records.
- Maintain government systems of record on behalf of the facility, including NISS, DISS, DIAS, etc.
- Participate in various government security reviews, conduct and document government-required self-inspections, and implement any corrective actions identified.
- Assist with the development, construction and government approval of Open Storage Areas and restricted areas in support of classified contracts.
- Assign and control access to closed and restricted areas through regular combination changes and maintenance of GSA-approved locks, security containers, and alarm systems.
- Conduct and assist in formal investigations into security violations, incidents, and possible or suspected compromises of classified information.
- Report foreign visitors to the facility to government agencies and schedule debriefings, as required.
- Provide foreign travel briefings and debriefings, facilitate cleared employees with foreign travel reporting requirements. P
- Participate in various compliance standardization teams throughout the Government Security Compliance (GSC) organization.
- Liaise with Export Compliance officers to ensure compliance with EAR and ITAR regulations.
- Serve as a member of professional security organization NCMS, represent Honeywell in local chapter meetings.
- Travel up to 25%
You Must Have:
• 2 or more years’ experience as FSO or Alternate FSO; or
• 2 or more years’ experience in a DOD or other industrial security program; or, related professional roles with security, compliance and/or data protection related scope and responsibility.
• Must be able to acquire and/or maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
We Value:
• Completion of CDSE Facility Security Officer (FSO) Course.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD security regulations and/or 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rule.
- Educational background that includes a focus in security, compliance and/or criminal justice desired.
- Experience as COMSEC Manager or COMSEC Custodian.
- Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certification
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or other CDSE Professional Certification
- DoD Security Manager’s Course
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information: https://benefits.honeywell.com/
Qualifications The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date April 14, 2026
Must be a US citizen due to contractual requirements
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