Sr. Manager, Security Hardware

Sr. Manager, Security Hardware

Help SpaceX protect life and property anywhere company assets are deployed by leading the Security Systems and Technology Organization. This role is responsible for the global physical security technology stack and hardware organization supporting all SpaceX sites and personnel worldwide; encompassing strategy, systems and hardware integration, architecture, implementation, and lifecycle operations of access control systems (ACS), closed-circuit television (CCTV)/video management systems (VMS), intrusion detection systems (IDS), and related platforms.

The Security Systems and Technology Senior Manager will build, mentor, and direct a high-performing global team of specialists while driving enterprise-wide projects, organizational change, system reliability, and continuous improvement through cutting-edge technology.

Lead the Security Systems and Technology Organization, providing strategic direction and organizational leadership for the entire hardware and systems function

Lead, mentor, train, and develop the global Security Hardware Specialist organization, including performance management, career progression, and knowledge transfer

Develop and communicate the overall security systems and technology strategy, roadmap, and change management plans, aligning with SpaceX business objectives

Drive end-to-end systems and hardware integration of access control, video management, intrusion detection, analytics, and related platforms with IT infrastructure, network security, facilities, HR systems, and other enterprise tools to deliver unified, scalable, and resilient security capabilities company-wide

Serve as Principal Administrator and License Manager for enterprise platforms (Genetec Security Center, Lenel, Avigilon, and equivalents); provision and integrate new servers/systems; coordinate closely with IT, INFOSEC, and Purchasing

Demonstrate and apply strong knowledge of Genetec platforms for unified access control, video surveillance, analytics, intrusion management, and related functions; evaluate and implement advanced capabilities

Set and enforce enterprise standards for equipment selection, configuration, installation, training, certifications, and best practices; evaluate measures of effectiveness for new equipment types and technologies

Ensure on-schedule completion of complex, multi-site projects with minimal supervision; standardize equipment, pricing, processes, and best practices

Lead vendor/contractor management for design, installations, large-scale facility security infrastructure, and special projects

Collaborate as senior representative on SCIF development, data centers, MDFs, and other high-priority security technology initiatives; maintain TS/SCI eligibility

Oversee preventive maintenance programs, system health monitoring, troubleshooting protocols, inventory of hardware/tools/materials, and documentation of job status, changes, and project records

Drive process improvements, creative applications of existing and new systems to solve emerging or systemic problems, and continuous reliability enhancements

Maintain SOPs, Confluence pages, and JIRA tracking for enterprise projects

Own budget planning, resource allocation, headcount, and performance metrics for the global Security Systems and Technology Organization; report program effectiveness and strategic progress to senior leadership

High school diploma or equivalency certification

10+ years of experience managing enterprise-level physical security systems such as CCTV, access control, VMS, intrusion detection systems, fire and alarm systems), or alert systems

5+ years of direct leadership responsibility across global sites

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (engineering, security management, information systems, or related) preferred

Strong expertise and certifications in Genetec Security Center, Lenel Access Control, and/or Avigilon systems; prior experience as principal system administrator or license manager for large-scale global deployments

Proven track record managing complex multi-site security technology projects, vendor portfolios, enterprise standardization, organizational change, and large-scale…