Senior Facility Security Officer (Senior FSO)

Aurex; United States; Presencial; USD 115 000 - 140 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Aurex is seeking a Senior Facility Security Officer (FSO) to lead industrial security for classified programs at our Huntsville facility. The role requires TS clearance, strong defense sector experience, and the ability to advise leadership on program security requirements.

The candidate will oversee security policies, drive audits, coordinate with DoD and government agencies, mentor security staff, and ensure compliant operations across classified environments in a fast‑paced aerospace setting.

Qualificações

• 10+ years of industrial security experience supporting classified programs under oversight.
• Active Top Secret clearance and DoD/IC security knowledge.
• Experience in possessing facility environments and COMSEC programs.
• Strong advisory leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead security programs for classified and sensitive materials and operations.
• Coordinate rulings, clarifications, and deviations with government agencies as required.
• Oversee access control, physical security, and secure facility operations.
• Prepare for and support DCSA assessments, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Mentor security personnel and advise leadership on risks and compliance.

Conhecimentos

Industrial Security

Top Secret

NISPOM

OPSEC

COMSEC

Security Leadership

Mentorship

Travel up to 10%

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in related field

Ferramentas

DISS

NBIS

SIMS

ACCS

SWFT

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Facility Security Officer FSO Huntsville AL On site

Who We Are Aurex is a mission focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems we design test and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield ready capability Born in Huntsville and built for speed Aurex brings together aerospace veterans combat tested operators and forward leaning technologists to solve problems that matterfast We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision clarity and zero tolerance for fluff

Job Summary

Aurex is seeking an experienced Senior Facility Security Officer FSO to serve as a senior advisor and subject matter expert supporting classified operations and sensitive corporate programs This position will coordinate and execute day to day industrial security functions provide guidance and mentorship to security personnel and advise company leadership on federal customer and program security requirements The Senior FSO will support the implementation and maintenance of security policies procedures and program objectives across classified environments The ideal candidate brings extensive experience supporting possessing facilities under DCSA oversight advanced knowledge of industrial security requirements and the ability to effectively navigate personnel physical information and communications security requirements

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Security & Classified Operations Support company leadership in developing implementing and maintaining security programs and procedures for classified and sensitive materials information and operationsInterpret and apply federal industrial security requirements and coordinate rulings clarifications and acceptable deviations with government agencies as requiredAssist in developing revising and maintaining Security Standard Practices and Procedures SPP program manuals and related security guidanceExecute operational security functions across classified and sensitive environments in accordance with NISP DoD Intelligence Community and customer requirementsProvide senior level guidance regarding security matters affecting program execution risk schedules and customer obligationsCoordinate the safeguarding handling transmission and destruction of classified information in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 and applicable federal requirementsSupport secure facility operations including access control restricted area compliance and protection of classified hardware technical data and controlled technologiesSupport preparation for DCSA assessments customer reviews government inspections self inspections and associated corrective actionsPersonnel Physical & Information Security Coordinate personnel security activities including clearance actions reinvestigations visit requests foreign travel reporting and SEAD 3 requirementsConduct security indoctrinations and debriefings for personnel requiring access to classified informationSupport investigations of security incidents and prepare required documentation reports and recommended corrective actionsSupport physical security requirements for possessing facility operations including access control visitor management alarms and intrusion detectionAssist with physical security surveys self inspections and corrective action planningCoordinate with IT and Cybersecurity personnel to ensure information system security requirements are understood and supported for classified and sensitive programsProvide guidance regarding secure communications media protection and system access controls associated with classified operationsCOMSEC Serve as a senior operational resource for Communications Security COMSEC activities providing expertise and guidance to ensure proper handling safeguarding and compliance with NSA and DoD requirementsSupport COMSEC audits accountability inventory tracking and program reporting in accordance with applicable federal requirementsTraining Mentorship & Stakeholder Support Develop and deliver security education training and awareness materials including annual refresher training OPSEC COMSEC support materials and role specific instructionProvide day to day mentorship technical guidance and support to security personnelEnsure security training activities meet applicable compliance requirements and promote a proactive security cultureCollaborate with HR IT Facilities Manufacturing Engineering Compliance Program Management and other business functions to support integrated and compliant security operationsRepresent the security function during program meetings customer interactions and internal coordination activities when designated by company leadershipSupport leadership with emerging security requirements policy updates investigations program improvements and changes to federal security requirements

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of industrial security experience supporting classified programs under DCSA oversightBachelors degree; experience in lieu of degree may be consideredDemonstrated experience performing Senior FSO or Assistant Facility Security Officer AFSO responsibilities within a possessing facility environmentActive Top Secret security clearanceAdvanced operational experience supporting COMSEC programs within DoD or Intelligence Community environmentsStrong knowledge of NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117 SEAD requirements DoD Manuals Intelligence Community Directives OPSEC PERSEC PHYSEC and INFOSEC principlesExperience using DISS NBIS NISS SIMS ACCS SWFT and related personnel security or incident management systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to advise company leadership on security requirements risks and compliance mattersStrong interpersonal and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to mentor and support other security professionalsAbility to work independently manage multiple concurrent priorities and maintain accuracy and compliance in a fast paced environmentAbility to travel domestically to company locations up to 10Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform prolonged periods of walking standing and desk work

Preferred Qualifications

Sci eligibilityCompletion of the CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities curriculum

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is 115000 140000 annually We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary Compensation is determined by the candidates work experience education training and relevant skills We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees health well being and professional growth

Job Location

Huntsville AL

Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It prohibits discrimination retaliation or any type of harassment on the basis of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status citizenship immigration status or any other legally protected status in employment including in hiring firing and recruiting decisions All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex There may be limited circumstances in which a law regulation executive order or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law regulation executive order or government contract applicable to that position For all other positions Aurex does not consider an applicants citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the US government to access export controlled items any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment which is separate from the I 9 process for that specific position A background check will be required prior to any hire Elevate your career by joining the Aurex Platform a leader in aerospace innovation