Security Manager, Facility Security Officer

Security Manager, Facility Security Officer (FSO)

The Aerospace Corporation is a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) engaged in space, defense, civil and commercial programs. The role is located onsite in El Segundo, CA.

• Overall industrial security program and compliance with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and other contractual obligations (e.g., DD254, enterprise SPP, contracts) for the El Segundo facility; assists other office locations as needed.
• Manages personnel responsible for security education, contractor DD254s and indoctrination for new employees and clearances and accesses. Works closely with other FSOs and supports enterprise functions and projects.
• Coordinates self‑inspection programs, including the DCSA‑required self‑inspection, ensuring compliance with customer directives and regulations; documents findings, implements corrective actions, and notifications.
• Reviews corporate policy and other guidance to ensure clear, consistent and practical procedures are implemented to protect classified and unclassified but sensitive information and operations.
• Ensures subcontractor compliance with security requirements.
• Implements DCSA mandatory training requirements for all personnel.
• Maintains knowledge of government security directives and coordinates local and enterprise applicability as needed.
• Manages contractual lifecycle security requirements from award through close‑out.
• Supports other corporate security disciplines and programs (e.g., incidents and investigations, insider threat, physical security, information assurance, personnel security, international security) as needed.
• Establishes and maintains strong professional working relationships with management, peers, internal/external customers, other Aerospace locations and government counterparts.
• Responsible for hiring, supervising, training, scheduling, and performance management of the security team.

Minimum Requirements for Security Manager, FSO:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years of security management experience with security best practices, standards, and methodologies.
• Current Top Secret security clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain SCI.

• Completion of the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (IS030.CU) curriculum.

• Ability to obtain Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Industrial Security Professional (ISP), Physical Security Professional (PSP).
• Direct experience with DISS, NISS, and other government systems; experience with SIMS is preferable.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external government customers.
• Represent the corporation with U.S. government, DoD, and other agencies.
• Respond to security emergencies around the clock.

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• 8 or more years of relevant security management experience with bachelor’s degree.
• Extensive experience operating in secure, classified environments.
• Deep understanding of federally funded research centers’ unique security requirements and government partnership models.
• Established trusted relationships with government security officials, contracting officers, and program managers.
• Familiar with industry‑specific security protocols, supply‑chain security, and technology protection while understanding the balance between security requirements and operational tempo in defense.

Pay range: $ – $ (annual).

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During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry‑leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

• 401(k) Plan – Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon…