□ Log into JPAS and any other timed data base so I don’t get locked out. □ Run a personnel report to review the status of all personnel – does their non-SCI access match their contractual work? □ Remove any personnel who should not be in JPAS. □ Run a PR report to determine who … Read more
Plan a Superior Security Year! When I first became FSO, it was not my only hat at the company. I handled all of the human resources. I handled marketing. I handled payroll. I sent company memos. I attended all meetings. I created email accounts and electronic timesheets. I organized all company events … the list … Read more
You are really, really, busy at your organization – does that make you a good FSO? Katherine* was the Office Manager/FSO at her organization. She was praised for working extremely hard. Staying late and coming in on weekends, led to her promotion and expanded responsibilities. She wore “five different hats” in the organization and was … Read more
1) Take stock – have you ever developed “metrics” for your executive management or business developers? You can provide: Percentage of cleared personnel or number of classified contracts Amount of revenue from Classified Contracts Breakdown of types of contracts by Department or Branch of Service Provide them with an at-a-glance snapshot and show them you … Read more
Ed* is the owner of a small defense contracting business. Last year, he went through the (somewhat painful) process of getting his organization cleared. He did all the work for eFCL and obtained his token and JPAS account. He even figured out how to indoctrinate his five employees into JPAS so they can access their … Read more
Morning 1) First things first: Check JPAS for notifications and Issues Every Facility Security Officer (FSO) should check JPAS first thing. Not only will your account lock on you if you don’t log in on a regular basis, but this is the best way to maintain accurate records on your cleared personnel. Don’t just log … Read more
Years ago, my father had a heart attack. It was scary and horrible. However, after that day he made significant lifestyle changes that he would never had considered prior to that event. I am happy to say that he is still with us – working, laughing, loving and living. I believe this extension of life … Read more
Jennie* was excited about her Security Vulnerability Assessment. As an FSO, she worked hard on her security program and wanted to make a good impression to her IS Representative and company management. This was the first year that Jennie had subcontractors on the organization’s classified contracts. To prepare the correct security guidance for her subs, … Read more