Manager, Security Operations / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Core
Lead enterprise-wide physical security operations and serve as the primary Facility Security Officer (FSO) for a commercial space station company, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and protecting critical infrastructure.
Role type
Manager, Security Operations / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Builds
Secure operations for a multi-module commercial space station (Haven Station) serving government, corporate, and private customers.
Domain
Aerospace / Defense Contracting / Physical Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic security operations leadership, Facility Security Officer (FSO) certification, personnel security clearance management, DCSA audit experience, physical security systems expertise, vendor contract management, crisis management, security policy development, risk assessment, workforce planning.
Preferred skills
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph, aerospace industry experience, managing security in controlled environments.
Technologies
CCTV, access control systems, incident response systems.
Responsibilities
Lead and scale enterprise-wide security operations across multiple locations; oversee site security management teams and vendor partners; direct response to security incidents and drive crisis management; develop long-term physical security strategies and governance frameworks; establish security compliance and audit programs; partner cross-functionally with IT, Cybersecurity, and Facilities; build and lead high-performing security organizations; oversee enterprise security risk assessment programs; define operational metrics and KPIs; provide executive-level reporting on security posture; ensure completion of security training programs; lead operational reviews and cross-site coordination; oversee workforce planning and budgeting for security programs; act as primary liaison for clearance processes and DD254 compliance; manage personnel security clearance lifecycle; conduct security self-inspections and prepare for government audits; maintain records of security activities; handle classified and sensitive materials; manage foreign travel protocols for cleared employees.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with strategic oversight