Lead Security Officer

SpaceX•Starbase, TX, TX

About The Position

The Lead Security Officer is an advanced physical security professional responsible for assessing and testing the defenses of SpaceX facilities and assets. The role combines physical security expertise, tactical training, and analytical skills, including making rapid decisions in high-stress environments. The officer conducts red-team assessments and threat simulations, supports incident response, analyzes potential threats, develops security protocols and training, and works with security, intelligence, engineering, and facilities teams. The role also involves maintaining physical fitness and tactical proficiency, and may require travel of up to 15% in support of SpaceX Security requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 5 years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security.
At least 1 year of experience in executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team work.
Valid driver’s license.
Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license.
Eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance.
Able and willing to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods.
Able to perform duties in extreme outdoor environments, including heat, cold, and rain.
Available to work any schedule needed, including overtime, nights, weekends, and rotating schedules.
Subject to enhanced pre-employment screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and drug and alcohol testing; also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Willing to travel up to 15% of the time in support of SpaceX Security requirements, if needed.
Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Training in SWAT operations, including tactical response and crisis management, or military special operations.
Proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, and tactical driving.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as security management, criminology, or international relations.
Experience in red teaming, penetration testing, or threat assessment.
Combat medic, EMT-B, or paramedic-related experience.
Advanced medical emergency training such as TCCC, TECC, or Combat Lifesaver.
Familiarity with access control, surveillance, and alarm-system security protocols.
Knowledge of threat intelligence, including insider threats, terrorism, and cyber-physical attacks.
Experience designing and executing scenario-based training and tabletop exercises.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Conduct physical security assessments and penetration testing of facilities, data centers, and other critical infrastructure.
Develop and execute threat scenarios to test access control, surveillance, alarm systems, and other security measures.
Collaborate with security teams to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
Provide rapid response support for incidents such as intrusions, breaches, and other high-risk situations.
Work with security personnel to contain and resolve incidents and protect people and assets.
Develop and maintain security protocols, procedures, and training programs.
Research and analyze potential threats, including insider threats, terrorism, and cyber-physical attacks.
Develop and maintain threat profiles covering adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures.
Collaborate with intelligence teams to monitor emerging threats and trends.
Make rapid decisions under pressure, assess situations, and develop response strategies while communicating and coordinating with team members.
Develop and conduct scenario-based training, tabletop exercises, and live-fire drills for security personnel.
Design and execute security exercises, including SWAT deployments and incident response scenarios.
Evaluate exercise outcomes and recommend improvements.
Maintain physical fitness and tactical proficiency, including firearms, hand-to-hand combat, and tactical driving.
Stay current with security best practices, emerging threats, and security technology.
Collaborate with security, engineering, and facilities management teams on a holistic approach to security.