Cleared Industry Services provides expert Facility Security Officer (FSO) consulting and industrial security management for cleared government contractors. Headquartered in Grove, Oklahoma, we deliver globally remote support to organizations holding or pursuing U.S. Government security clearances.

Our mission is simple: help cleared contractors stay compliant, audit-ready, and operationally secure while reducing risk, administrative burden, and costly security findings.

Your Partner in Industrial Security & Facility Clearance Management

Managing classified contracts requires precision, experience, and absolute trust. Our FSO consulting division specializes exclusively in industrial security and cleared environments, supporting organizations across defense, aerospace, technology, manufacturing, and federal contracting sectors.

We work as an extension of your security team, providing practical, regulation-driven guidance aligned with NISPOM requirements and government expectations.

Our FSO Consulting Services

Cleared Facility Management

We support cleared facilities at every stage — from initial setup to ongoing compliance — ensuring your facility security posture meets government standards.

• Facility Security Program oversight

• NISPOM compliance management

• Insider threat program support

• Security documentation and record management

• Ongoing advisory support for cleared facilities

Facility Clearance (FCL) Management

Navigating the Facility Clearance process can be complex and time-sensitive. We help contractors obtain, maintain, and protect their FCL.

• New FCL sponsorship support

• DCSA engagement and preparation

• FCL maintenance and change management

• Mitigation strategy support (FOCI awareness)

Cleared Personnel Management

Personnel security is critical to protecting classified information. We provide structured, compliant support for cleared employees.

• Clearance processing and tracking

• Visit authorizations and access management

• Security education and awareness support

• Employee briefings and debriefings

Security Audits & Readiness Reviews

Proactive audits prevent findings before they happen. Our reviews identify gaps and provide actionable remediation guidance.

• DCSA audit readiness assessments

• Internal compliance reviews

• Documentation and process gap analysis

• Corrective action planning

Specialized Security Briefings & Training

We deliver tailored briefings for cleared facilities and personnel, ensuring awareness without unnecessary complexity.

• Initial and refresher security briefings

• Insider threat awareness

• Role-specific security training

• Leadership and management briefings

Why Cleared Government Contractors Choose Us

•  Focused expertise — We specialize in industrial security and FSO consulting

•  Remote-first support — Serving clients nationwide and globally

•  Audit-driven mindset — We prepare you for real government inspections

•  Clear, practical guidance — No fluff, no unnecessary upsells

• Trusted partner approach — We work with your team, not over it

Note: We do not offer CMMC services. Our focus remains squarely on facility, personnel, and industrial security compliance for cleared contractors.

Serving Contractors Nationwide from Grove, Oklahoma

While our headquarters are located in Grove, OK, our consulting services are delivered remotely to cleared contractors across the United States and internationally. Location is never a barrier to effective industrial security support.

Whether you are a small business pursuing your first clearance or an established contractor seeking expert FSO support, we scale to your needs.

Who We Support

• Defense and aerospace contractors

• Technology and engineering firms

• Manufacturing organizations with classified work

• Small and mid-sized cleared businesses

• Companies without an in-house FSO

• Organizations needing supplemental FSO expertise

Ready to Strengthen Your Security Program?

If you are looking for a reliable, experienced FSO consultant who understands cleared environments and government expectations, Cleared Industry Services is ready to help.

Contact us today to discuss your facility, personnel, or audit support needs — and discover why contractors trust us to protect what matters most.

Frequently Asked Questions

FSO Consulting & Industrial Security Support

What is an FSO consultant?

An FSO consultant is a security professional who supports cleared government contractors with facility security, personnel security, and compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). An FSO consultant may act as an outsourced or supplemental Facility Security Officer, helping organizations meet government security requirements without maintaining a full-time internal FSO.

Cleared Industry Services provides FSO consulting services focused exclusively on industrial security for cleared contractors.

Who needs FSO consulting services?

FSO consulting services are commonly used by:

• Government contractors pursuing their first Facility Clearance (FCL)

• Cleared contractors without a full-time FSO

• Companies needing temporary or supplemental FSO support

• Organizations preparing for a DCSA audit or security review

• Businesses seeking to reduce compliance risk while managing classified work

Do you support cleared contractors nationwide?

Yes. We provide globally remote FSO consulting services to cleared government contractors across the United States and internationally. While our headquarters are located in Grove, Oklahoma, our services are not limited by geographic location.

Remote delivery allows us to support classified programs efficiently while maintaining compliance with security requirements.

What industrial security services do you provide?

Our industrial security consulting services include:

• Cleared Facility Management

• Facility Clearance (FCL) Management

• Cleared Personnel Management

• Security audit readiness reviews

• Internal compliance assessments

• Specialized security briefings for cleared personnel and facilities

All services are aligned with NISPOM requirements and government expectations.

Do you help with Facility Clearance (FCL) sponsorship and management?

Yes. We assist cleared contractors with Facility Clearance (FCL) management, including:

• Guidance through the initial FCL process

• Support during DCSA engagement

• Ongoing FCL maintenance

• Security change management

• Documentation and compliance support

We help organizations understand their responsibilities throughout the lifecycle of an FCL.

Do you provide cleared personnel security support?

Yes. We support cleared personnel management by helping contractors maintain accurate, compliant security processes for cleared employees.

This includes clearance tracking, visit authorization guidance, security briefings, and personnel-related compliance support required for classified contracts.

Do you perform DCSA audit readiness reviews?

Yes. We conduct security audit readiness reviews designed to prepare cleared contractors for DCSA assessments and internal compliance evaluations.

Our reviews focus on:

• Identifying compliance gaps

• Assessing documentation accuracy

• Evaluating security processes

• Providing corrective action guidance

The goal is to reduce findings and strengthen overall security posture.

Do you offer security training or briefings?

Yes. We provide specialized security briefings tailored to cleared facilities and personnel.

Briefings may include:

• Initial security briefings

• Annual refresher briefings

• Insider threat awareness

• Role-specific or leadership-focused security sessions

All briefings are designed to be clear, practical, and compliant.

Do you offer CMMC consulting services?

No. We do not provide CMMC consulting or certification services.

Our focus is strictly on industrial security, FSO consulting, facility clearance management, and personnel security support for cleared government contractors.

What makes your FSO consulting services different?

Our services are different because we:

• Specialize exclusively in industrial security

• Focus on cleared environments only

• Provide practical, audit-driven guidance

• Support clients remotely nationwide

• Act as a trusted extension of your security team

We prioritize compliance, clarity, and long-term security program stability.

How do we get started with FSO consulting?

To get started, contractors typically begin with an initial consultation to discuss their facility status, personnel needs, and compliance objectives. From there, services are tailored to match the organization’s size, clearance level, and contract requirements.

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