Director of Government Security

trueanomalyinc; Denver (CO); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

True Anomaly, Inc. is seeking a Director of Government Security to lead and own our industrial security program from the ground up. This role requires hands-on leadership, setting security strategy and driving execution in a fast-moving startup environment.

The position can be based in Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA and requires full-time, onsite presence. 10+ years of industrial security experience and a TS/SCI clearance are required.

Qualifikationen

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial security, with demonstrated FSO experience on classified government contracts.
• Deep working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DCSA processes, and related compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing security programs across multiple facilities or sites.
• Strong communicator who can operate effectively with government counterparts, senior leadership, and technical teams alike.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and building programs in a fast-paced, resource-conscious startup environment.

Aufgaben

• Own and manage True Anomaly's industrial security program in full compliance with NISPOM, SEAD 3, CV requirements, and all government/contractual obligations (DD254, SPP, contract terms).
• Serve as primary liaison to DCSA and other federal security counterparts.
• Coordinate and execute self-inspection programs including DCSA inspections, document findings, drive corrective actions, and manage notifications.

Kenntnisse

Top Secret/SCI clearance

Leadership

Strong communicator

Jobbeschreibung

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.

What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.

It's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS *

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company's success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

Your Mission

True Anomaly is building the next generation of spacecraft and space domain awareness technology to address the most complex national security challenges in orbit. As we scale our programs and expand our government partnerships, we're looking for a Director of Government Security to lead and own our industrial security program from the ground up.

This is a hands-on, player-coach role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving startup environment - someone equally comfortable setting enterprise-level security strategy and rolling up their sleeves to execute.

This role can be based in Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA and requires full-time, onsite presence.

What You'll Do

Industrial Security & Compliance

• Own and manage True Anomaly's industrial security program in full compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), SEAD 3, Continuous Vetting (CV) requirements, and all government and contractual obligations (DD254, SPP, contract terms, etc.)
• Serve as the primary liaison to DCSA and other federal law enforcement and government security counterparts
• Coordinate and execute self-inspection programs including DCSA-required inspections - documenting findings, driving corrective actions, and managing required notifications
• Review and refine corporate security policy to ensure practical, consistent procedures protect both classified and sensitive unclassified information and operations

Multi-Site Program Oversight

• Lead security operations across multiple True Anomaly facilities, establishing consistent standards while adapting to the specific program and facility requirements at each location
• Manage contractual security requirements across the full program lifecycle - from contract award through closeout - across concurrent programs
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with applicable security requirements; support supply chain and vendor security reviews as the business scales

Personnel Security & Training

• Manage personnel security functions including clearance processing, indoctrinations, DD254 administration, and access control
• Implement and track DCSA mandatory training requirements across all personnel
• Build and maintain a security education and awareness program that resonates with a technical, mission-driven workforce

Cross-Functional & Corporate Security Support

• Collaborate across corporate security disciplines including insider threat, physical security, information assurance, personnel security, and international security
• Support incident response and investigations as needed
• Maintain current knowledge of evolving government security directives and assess enterprise applicability

Team Leadership

• Hire, develop, and manage a small but growing security team - setting clear expectations, supporting professional growth, and building a high-trust, high-accountability culture
• Establish strong working relationships with leadership, program managers, engineering, and government customers

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required
• 10+ years of experience in industrial security, with demonstrated FSO experience on classified government contracts
• Deep working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DCSA processes, and related compliance frameworks
• Experience managing security programs across multiple facilities or sites
• Strong communicator who can operate effectively with government counterparts, senior leadership, and technical teams alike
• Comfortable with ambiguity and building programs in a fast-paced, resource-conscious startup environment

Work Environment

This role is onsite in our Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA offices #LI-Onsite

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