Deputy Chief of Security & Counterintelligence

National Reconnaissance Office; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 106,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

National Reconnaissance Office in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Deputy Chief of Security (DCIPS) for the Office of Security at Aerospace Data Facility - Southwest. This senior role oversees security operations, OPSEC, personnel security, industrial security, and protective programs.

You will lead risk assessments, coordinate with the IC, DoD and law enforcement, manage contract security, and help set program milestones while ensuring compliance with NIPSOM and NRO policies.

Qualifications

• Experience providing security direction across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to brief senior leadership and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Track record of risk management and security program oversight.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to closure within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Direct security operations and ensure compliance across programs.
• Design and direct comprehensive security evaluations and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement multi-discipline security programs and training.
• Provide guidance on security requirements for contractor operations and access.

Skills

Security leadership

Policy development

Risk analysis

Program management

Contract oversight

Job description

National Reconnaissance Office in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Deputy Chief of Security (DCIPS) for the Office of Security at Aerospace Data Facility - Southwest. This senior role oversees security operations, OPSEC, personnel security, industrial security, and protective programs.

You will lead risk assessments, coordinate with the IC, DoD and law enforcement, manage contract security, and help set program milestones while ensuring compliance with NIPSOM and NRO policies.