Mgr II- Security
About The Position
BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems is seeking a Facility Security Officer to lead the security program for a manufacturing facility and safeguard classified materials up to the Top Secret level. The role is responsible for maintaining compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), preserving the facility’s Top Secret Facility Clearance, and keeping manufacturing operations inspection-ready. The Facility Security Officer serves as the primary point of contact for government security agencies and oversees personnel, physical, and information security, including Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) requirements. The position requires regular on-site work at least three days each normally scheduled week. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. Travel and local commuting between company campuses and other locations may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree plus 10 or more years of related experience, or equivalent experience; related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- A current, active Top Secret security clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Polygraph.
- 10 or more years of experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) or Assistant FSO, including a proven record of managing DCSA compliance inspections for a Top Secret facility.
- Mastery of NISS, DISS, and NBIS.
- Expert knowledge of NISPOM, SAP, and SCI safeguarding protocols.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to provide firm but professional oversight of centralized teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Degree must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education; each higher-level degree, such as a master’s or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of the CDSE (Center for Development of Security Excellence) FSO course.
- NCMS ISP Certification.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the site-level authority overseeing the centralized Personnel Security (PERSEC) team and audit processes for NISPOM compliance.
- Govern government security databases, ensuring NISS, DISS, and NBIS information is accurate and using internal SIMs databases for corporate reporting.
- Manage requirements for Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), including access protocols and safeguarding measures.
- Lead the facility through Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) compliance inspections.
- Oversee physical and industrial security for the manufacturing floor and secure areas, including physical barriers, alarms, and access controls.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, business units, strategic capabilities units, and the company.
- Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
