Head of French Security Operations (MF)

Airbus; Marignane; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading aerospace company in Marignane is seeking a Head of French Security Operations to oversee national security compliance, manage security clearances, and ensure the safety of classified information. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of relevant experience and strong expertise in risk management and team leadership. Applicants should be eligible for a SECRET or higher security clearance and possess sound knowledge of physical security regulations. This key role offers a competitive salary and a permanent contract.

Prestations

Attractive salary agreements

Employee savings plan

Health insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 8 years in a similar role (security / safety crisis management).
• 5 years in team management / supervision.
• Experience in a sensitive industrial environment.

Responsabilités

• Ensure compliance with national security regulations.
• Manage the security clearance process.
• Develop and maintain a site security plan.

Connaissances

Physical security vulnerability analysis

Incident management

Risk management

Professional English

Leadership experience

Formation

Bachelors or Masters degree in Security / Safety

Outils

Access control systems

Video surveillance

Description du poste

Job Description :

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Head Of French Security Operations (f / m) to join our Corporate Secretary Department based in Marignane France.

Your working environment

Major economic hub with Marseille-Provence Airport Marignane is a dynamic city in the southeast of France. It is located near the cities of Aix-en-Provence and Marseille which host a rich cultural and tourist offer. Close to the beaches of the Côte Bleue it offers many options for water sports activities.

How we care for you

Financial rewards : Attractive salary agreements on success and profit sharing schemes employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.

Work / Life Balance : Extra days-off for special occasions holiday transfer option a Staff council offering many social cultural and sport activities and other services.

Wellbeing / Health : Complementary health insurance coverage (disability invalidity death). Depending on the site : health services center concierge services gym carpooling application.

Individual development : Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to 10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability certifications expert career path accelerated development programmes national and international mobility.

At Airbus we support you to work connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Key Accountabilities

1. National Security and Classified Information (OSE Duties)

Regulatory compliance : ensure the site complies with all national security regulations including the IGI 1300 and defense-related requirements.

Policy development : draft the organizations classified information protection policy (PPS / PSO) and oversee its application.

Personnel security clearances

manage the entire security clearance (habilitation) process including maintaining the catalogue of positions and notifying clearance decisions.

serve as the primary liaison with the fonctionnaire de sécurité de défense (FSD) and investigative services regarding security clearances and classified matters.

Security management

ensure the security of all secure zones (zones protégées) and classified facilities.

in cooperation with the Officier de Sécurité des Systèmes dInformation (OSSI) verify and maintain the security level of classified information systems.

Training and awareness : instruct and sensitize all personnel regarding the protection of national defense secrecy.

Audits and reporting

diligently perform or commission internal security controls and audits (as required by IGI 1300).

immediately address and establish strong action plans for non-compliance and critical security gaps identified by audits (internal or external).

report regularly on all classified security activities (habilitations zones incidents) to the FSD and site management.

report on all confirmed or suspected compromises of classified information.

direct the bureau de protection du secret if decided by the responsible authority.

2. Physical and Operational Site Security

Risk management : develop and maintain a comprehensive site-specific risk register and implement necessary controls.

Site security plan : develop and deliver a comprehensive site security plan including contingency measures for catastrophic events.

Operational management

manage the operational security budget.

manage the internal security workforce and contracts for all security suppliers (guarding surveillance reception filtering maintenance).

Infrastructure and projects : drive and coordinate all works and infrastructure projects related to security implementation including access control systems video surveillance fencing and technical upgrades.

Industrial knowledge : develop strong familiarity with the sites assets industrial processes logistics and supply chain.

3. Incident / Crisis Management and Leadership

External liaison : coordinate all security and fire prevention activities with official external agencies (police fire departments) to align contingency and intervention plans.

Emergency response : plan and undertake emergency and contingency planning exercises. Lead first-response operations in case of major events or disasters.

Governance and reporting : centralize security-related actions and events establishing and measuring security KPIs for site and corporate management.

Leadership : lead by example coach security teams and manage deliverables by leading and managing multifunctional teams at the site.

Your Profile

Experience

8 years in a similar role (security / safety crisis management business continuity).

Bachelors or Masters degree (Bac3 to Bac5) in Security / Safety Defence Economic Intelligence or equivalent.

5 years in team management / supervision.

Experience in a sensitive industrial environment.

Eligibility for a SECRET or higher security clearance.

Key Competencies

Technical Knowledge

Physical security vulnerability analysis incident management.

Defence regulations (IGI 1300 ISO 27001 ITAR / EAR Defence Code).

Risk management and analysis methodologies.

Systems

access control video surveillance alarms.

Professional English required.

Project and Vendor Management

Driving continuous improvement plans.

Supervision of service providers / vendors.

Monitoring of contracts and associated KPIs.

Cross-Functional and Strategic Functions

Development of security standards (technical human organizational).

Coordination of risk analysis at the France-wide level.

Definition of the security posture and adaptation to threats.

Consolidated reporting to central level (Ho Physical Security).

Support for local operational teams.

Personal Qualities

Reliability thoroughness / rigor discretion loyalty.

Adaptability ability to thrive in a high-demand environment.

Demonstrate resilience calmness and composure in all circumstances.

Autonomy anticipation proactiveness (force de proposition) and leadership / supervisory skills.

Ability to federate raise awareness and mobilize around security issues.

Ability to assess threats and propose suitable solutions.

Aptitude for cross-functional work in close collaboration with other internal or external stakeholders related to the field of security / defence.

This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.

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job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

Company :

Airbus Helicopters SAS

Employment Type :

Permanent

Experience Level :

Professional

Job Family : Physical Security

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background age gender disability sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is and always has been committed to equal opportunities for all. As such we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .

At Airbus we support you to work connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Succession Planning,Growing Experience,Expense Management,Management Experience,Rackspace,Laboratory Management,Senior Leadership,Operations Management,Relationship Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Taxonomy

Experience :

years

Vacancy :

1