Site Security Mgr - L4/Montgomery ANGB, AL

Lockheed Martin; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements (4x10)

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Education Assistance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Montgomery, AL, seeks a Site Security Manager and CSSO with SAP experience to support the F‑35 sustainment program. The role requires Top Secret clearance, SAP access, and leadership of a security team in a high‑tempo environment.

Based at Montgomery ANGB, you will drive policy, risk mitigation, and compliance across PERSEC, OPSEC, PHYSEC, and SETA functions while collaborating with government and industry partners on security initiatives.

Qualifications

• Secret Clearance with Investigation or CV Date within 5 years.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance to meet mission requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Programs (SAP) Access.
• Extensive experience providing security support in a special access program environment.
• Knowledge of DoD SAP Manuals and ICD-705.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to be flexible and deal with constantly changing program requirements.
• Experience leading/managing people, teams and resources.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coach, and mentor a program security workforce of individual contributors.
• Recruit, onboard, and continuously develop security personnel to sustain the F‑35 security mission.
• Partner with government security teams to elevate the overall F‑35 security posture.
• Provide oversight for multi‑disciplinary security functions, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), Operational Security (OPSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), and Security Education, Training & Awareness (SETA).
• Draft, update, and enforce security operating policies for the F‑35 simulator facility.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with geographically dispersed customers and key stakeholders.
• Ensure fiscally responsible decisions that align with program objectives and budgetary constraints.
• Coordinate cleared and uncleared escort procedures, guaranteeing compliance with clearance requirements.
• Prepare for and support self‑inspection activities.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of security incidents.
• Verify that facility requirements meet accreditation standards (ICD705).
• Apply business‑oriented, risk‑managed approaches to security challenges; communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership and enterprise partners.

Skills

SAP experience

Leadership

Security policy compliance

Communication skills

Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance

DoD ICD-705 knowledge

Team management

Job description

Standard Job Description

Seeking a skilled and motivated candidate with strong Special Access Program (SAP) experience and knowledge to serve as Site Security Manager and Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO). This position is located at Montgomery ANGB, AL, supporting the F‑35 sustainment program. The successful candidate will operate in a SAP environment to ensure that security policies and procedures align with contractor statements of work, line‑item specifications, Department of War (DoW) directives and manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, and local guidelines. Serving as the focal point for all security matters related to F‑35 sustainment operations, the incumbent will drive compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the program. The selected candidate will be leading a team of security professionals and working in a very exciting and dynamic environment.

Seeking a skilled and motivated candidate with strong Special Access Program (SAP) experience and knowledge to serve as Site Security Manager and Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO). This position is located at Montgomery ANGB, AL, supporting the F‑35 sustainment program. The successful candidate will operate in a SAP environment to ensure that security policies and procedures align with contractor statements of work, line‑item specifications, Department of War (DoW) directives and manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, and local guidelines. Serving as the focal point for all security matters related to F‑35 sustainment operations, the incumbent will drive compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the program. The selected candidate will be leading a team of security professionals and working in a very exciting and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Direct, coach, and mentor a program security workforce of individual contributors.
  • Recruit, onboard, and continuously develop security personnel to sustain the F‑35 security mission.
• Government & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Partner with government security teams to elevate the overall F‑35 security posture.
  • Provide oversight for multi‑disciplinary security functions, including Personnel Security (PERSEC), Operational Security (OPSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), and Security Education, Training & Awareness (SETA).
• Policy Development & Implementation
  • Draft, update, and enforce security operating policies for the F‑35 simulator facility.
• External Relations & Customer Management
  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with geographically dispersed customers and key stakeholders.
• Financial Stewardship
  • Ensure fiscally responsible decisions that align with program objectives and budgetary constraints.
• Escorting & Access Control
  • Coordinate cleared and uncleared escort procedures, guaranteeing compliance with clearance requirements.
• Compliance & Inspection
  • Prepare for and support self‑inspection activities.
  • Conduct preliminary investigations of security incidents.
  • Verify that facility requirements meet accreditation standards (ICD705).
• Risk‑Based Business Solutions
  • Apply business‑oriented, risk‑managed approaches to security challenges; communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership and enterprise partners.
• Clearance Requirement
  • Must obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret clearance with SCI access after appointment, as required by mission needs.
• Additional Duties
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned to support the F‑35 program’s security objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Secret Clearance with Investigation or CV Date within 5 years.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance to meet mission requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Programs (SAP) Access.
• Extensive experience providing security support in a special access program environment.
• Knowledge of DoD SAP Manuals and ICD-705.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to be flexible and deal with constantly changing program requirements.
• Experience leading/managing people, teams and resources.

Desired Skills

• Prior SAP experience in a Lockheed Martin Security environment (L-code experience a plus).
• Knowledge of F-35 Program Security requirements.
• Experience as a Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO), assistant CSSO, or Government SAP Security Officer (GSSO).

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $89100.00 - $165500.00

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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
• 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 at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.