Senior Security & Compliance Lead (CMMC/NIST)

GE Vernova, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus/variable incentive

Geographic differential

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced security professional to lead supplier development and quality assurance for our generator manufacturing operations. You will guide key suppliers toward rigorous quality standards, oversee industrial excellence, and provide expert judgment on complex manufacturing and supply chain challenges.

You will work across functions and regions to influence strategy, solve complex problems, and ensure our supplier base meets high standards for service, quality, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in physical security or site security management.
• Hands-on experience administering Lenel OnGuard and Milestone VMS systems.
• Experience applying physical security standards in regulated environments (CMMC, NIST 800-171, or equivalent).
• Experience managing a security guard force and auditing performance; US citizenship and ability to obtain government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage guard force to ensure compliance with DOS/GEV SRCM Security Guard Requirements and site SO W standards.
• Enforce SOPs and Post-Orders, track alarm response times.
• Serve as SME for Lenel OnGuard and Milestone VMS, ensuring proper video retention and evidence handling.
• Conduct Site Security Surveys and Risk Assessments to identify vulnerabilities and plan corrective actions.
• Lead site emergencies and coordinate drills, evacuations, and the Detect, Respond, and Report lifecycle.
• Oversee physical controls under CMMC and NIST 800-171, ensuring restricted area access and secure destruction of CUI media.
• Operate High-Security Key Control Program with strict issuance/audit controls.
• Be the primary contact for government inspectors and internal security teams, maintaining audit files.

Skills

Physical security

Security operations

Risk assessment

SOP enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management or Criminal Justice

CPP/PSP certification

Tools

Lenel OnGuard

Milestone VMS

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced security professional to lead supplier development and quality assurance for our generator manufacturing operations. You will guide key suppliers toward rigorous quality standards, oversee industrial excellence, and provide expert judgment on complex manufacturing and supply chain challenges.

You will work across functions and regions to influence strategy, solve complex problems, and ensure our supplier base meets high standards for service, quality, and