Specifications include, but are not limited to: The University of Maine System acting on behalf of University of Maine is seeking proposals for a temporary part-time Facility Security Officer (FSO) services to design, execute and monitor security policies, procedures, and practices in compliance with Government security requirements, that will help the University prepare for a Facility Clearance (FCL) and develop a Security Program pursuant to NSPM 33 requirements. 1. Guide the University on preparing for a Facility Clearance and building a Security Program to comply with upcoming NSPM 33 requirements. 2. Develop policies and processes necessary to maintain the University’s compliance with all federal security requirements related to classified research. 3. Develop and recommend strategies for organizational structure and future growth in research compliance. Assist in communication of strategies to University leadership. 4. Advise on entity formation and degree of separation of cleared research units with respect to the University. 5. Key Management Personnel (KMP) identification and preparation for individuals. 6. Advise on requirements for cleared individuals. 7. Provide best practices from other cleared institutions of higher education. 8. Collect and submit required documentation to initiate and manage the FCL application process. 9. Assistance with establishing an Insider Threat Program. 10. Assistance with establishing a Security Program per NSPM 33. 11. Help draft job description for full-time FSO, and assist in the search and recruiting process. 12. Serve as a part-time FSO until a full-time FSO is hired and then serve as assistant FSO (AFSO) for a period thereafter.
