Security Sr Mgr - L6

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (LA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Dallas, TX seeks a Security Senior Manager for Grand Prairie Special Access Programs to oversee SCI and SAP security, drive compliance, and shape security strategy across programs.

Responsibilities include direct oversight of SCI/SAP security, leading assessments, coordinating personnel security, training staff, and partnering with program leadership to ensure compliance; applicants must be a US citizen with an active Secret clearance within 5 years.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of NISPOM and DoD security regs (DoD 5205.07, DoD 5200.01, ICD705, DoDM5105.21).
• Proven leadership to recruit, retain and mentor security professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior leaders and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of SCI and SAP security.
• Lead program security assessments, inspections, and self-inspections.
• Coordinate personnel security, recruitment, training, and mentorship of security staff.
• Partner with program leadership, finance, facilities, IT, and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Manage multiple security areas including facilities protection and security engineering.

Skills

NISPOM knowledge

DoD security regulations

OPSEC

DD254 compliance

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Security Senior Manager for the Missiles and Fire Control Grand Prairie Special Access Programs. Our team is responsible for overseeing SCI and SAP security, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Security Senior Manager you will be responsible for leading the security strategy and execution for Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Access Programs.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Direct oversight of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) security.
• Lead program security performance assessments, inspections, and self‑inspections.
• Coordinate personnel security, recruitment, training, and mentorship of security staff.
• Partner with program leadership, finance, facilities, IT, and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Manage multiple functional security areas, including facilities protection and security engineering.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong communication skills, capable of inspiring teams and driving results across complex projects. This role offers the opportunity to shape security strategy at a critical business unit and make a tangible impact on mission success.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance with an investigation within 5 years.

Basic Qualifications

Technical Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of NISPOM, DoD security regulations (DoDM 5205.07, DoDM5200.01, ICD705, DoDM5105.21), OPSEC, and DD254 compliance.

Leadership: Proven ability to inspire, recruit, retain, and mentor security professionals; strong personal leadership presence.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication; adept at crafting and delivering presentations to senior leaders and external customers.

Project Management: Strong ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects, manage competing priorities, and deliver results with minimal supervision.

Must have an active Secret clearance with an investigation within 5 years

Desired Skills

Experience managing Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Access Programs.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $134900.00 - $250500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.