Job Information
University of Utah Facility Security Officer (FSO) in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/18/2026
Requisition Number PRN44302B
Job Title Facilities Security Management
Working Title Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Career Progression Track M00
Track Level M7 - Senior Director, M6 - Director
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
VP Area President
Department 00639 - VP for Research
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $120,000 - $190,000
Close Date 05/18/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Facility Security Officer ( FSO ) will also assume the role as the Insider Threat Program Senior Official ( ITPSO ) at the University of Utah. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the organization’s industrial security and insider threat programs. This role ensures full compliance with U.S. Government security regulations including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual ( NISPOM ), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), Department of Defense ( DOD ), and Department of Energy ( DOE ) security requirements. The position provides senior-level leadership for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), including secure construction, accreditation, daily operations, and ongoing compliance.
This cannot be an out of state position. A relocation package could be made available.
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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Director, Facilities Security Management
Grade: M23
Pay Range: $120k – $150k
Senior Director, Facilities Security Management
Grade: M26
Pay Range: $160k – $190k
Responsibilities
The FSO will advise senior leadership at the University of Utah on security risks and mitigation strategies. They will develop security SOPs, policies, and training materials, and support classified contracts and program security planning.
In addition, in the FSO role, this position will:
Serve as the primary FSO responsible for compliance with NISPOM , ICDs, DOD and DOE regulations.
Manage Facility Clearance ( FCL ) and industrial security program.
Oversee SCIF lifecycle including design, construction, accreditation, and daily operations.
Manage classified information handling, storage, transmission, and destruction.
Conduct self-inspections and support government audits and inspections.
Serve as liaison with DCSA , IC security authorities, DOE , and other CSAs.
As the ITPSO , this position will:
Lead a NISPOM -compliant Insider Threat Program.
Develop insider threat policies, procedures, and training.
Coordinate insider threat activities with legal, HR, IT, and leadership.
Ensure insider threat reporting and documentation compliance.
Oversee insider threat awareness and annual refresher training.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Director, Facilities Security Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 12 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 10 years of directly related work experience.
Senior Director, Facilities Security Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in industrial or government security.
Demonstrated experience managing SCIFs including construction and operations.
Thorough knowledge of NISPOM , ICDs, and DOE security regulations.
Experience serving as FSO and/or ITPSO .
Eligibility to obtain and maintain TS/ SCI with Polygraph, or has active TS/ SCI with Polygraph.
Experience supporting intelligence, SAP , or classified research programs.
Formal security training or certifications.
High integrity and discretion.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple security programs.
Professional interaction with government security officials.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the:University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
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As perUniversity of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.