Manager, Security Operations / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Manager, Security Operations / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
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$ 96500 - 160000
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Job Description
At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is looking for a Manager Security Operations / Facility Security Officer (FSO) to support our Senior Director of Security & Intelligence. This manager role will be responsible for the day-to-day physical security operations across our multiple facilities in addition to being the Facility Security Officer (FSO). You will play a pivotal role in building out and implementing our clearance processes managing personnel security clearances ensuring compliance with federal regulations and contributing to secure operations. This role ensures we proactively protect train and provide safety to employees visitors assets and critical infrastructure while aligning with both corporate objectives and federal security regulations.
This is an exempt position based out of ourLong Beach CAfacility.
Responsibilities:
Physical Security Operations
- Oversee Vasts security processes and operations across all locations ensuring consistent implementation of security protocols and standards to reduce risk and respond to incidents
- Manage site-specific security teams including vendor relationships and guard services
- Serve as the primary point of contact for security incidents coordinating responses to minimize impact
- Support crisis management and emergency preparedness planning to ensure readiness for incidents such as natural disasters and other emergencies
- Develop implement and maintain physical security policies procedures and training programs in alignment with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with corporate security policies and recommend improvements.
- Partner with our Security Technology team IT and cyber departments to ensure integration of physical security disciplines
- Hire train and mentor security staff promoting a culture of customer service professionalism courtesy responsiveness and trust
- Conduct regular security risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies
- Establish performance goals for security teams and continuously monitor progress
- Ensure completion of all required training emphasizing professional development and supporting processes
- Conduct regular staff and team meetings to discuss goals strategies celebrate successes and share best practices
- Oversee daily Security Officer operational staffing requirements and administrative functions
Facility Security Officer (FSO) Duties
- Act as the primary liaison from the Security team to assist with the clearance process including compliance with regulations security protocols required by customers or contracts and stay aware of changing industrial security regulations
- Ensure compliance with security requirements including the completion dissemination and tracking of DD254s
- Develop and work to implement the facilitys security program in compliance with applicable government regulations
- Manage and oversee the personnel security clearance process including initiation maintenance and termination of clearances
- Conduct security education training and awareness programs for eventual cleared employees
- Conduct security self-inspections apply risk mitigation methodologies support customer assessments and implement security measures to meet requirements
- Prepare for and participate in security inspections audits and assessments conducted by government agencies
- Maintain accurate records of security-related activities including visit authorizations incident reports and security violations
- Provide briefings and debriefings to employees holding clearances and regular re-briefing of employees on foreign travel
- Report security incidents violations and adverse information to appropriate authorities in a timely manner
- Ensure proper marking handling storage and destruction of eventual classified and sensitive materials
- Develop and implement procedures for handling foreign travel and contacts by cleared employees
- Stay current with changes to security regulations and implement necessary adjustments to the facilitys security program
Minimum Qualifications:
- Five (5) plus years of experience managing security teams with at least three (3) years as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) or Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community programs
- Experience as a certified FSO
- Experience leading an organization through the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) process
- Knowledge and experience going through DCSA audits
- Strong knowledge of physical security systems access control CCTV and incident response
- Proven track record managing vendor relationships and overseeing contract security personnel
- Excellent leadership communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to travel between our multiple Southern California locations Washington D.C office and potentially to our overseas office locations
- Valid California drivers license
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Active Security Clearance preferably Top Secret/SCI security clearance with in-scope polygraph
- Prior experience with managing security teams in a controlled environment including aerospace or high-risk industries
- Advanced certifications such as the CPP PSP or similar
- Familiarity with emergency management frameworks such as ICS and FEMA
- Experience working in cross-functional environments and working with law enforcement of a local or federal scale
- Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral along with effective teamwork abilities
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work outside of normal business hours or weekends to support critical mission milestones or perform work when others arent on property
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Positive solution-focused attitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to act with integrity professionalism and confidentiality
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Pay Range:
- Security Operations Manager: $96500 - $160000
Salary Range: California
$96500 - $160000 USD
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
