Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Are you looking to advance your career and flex your leadership and accounting skills in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! As a Facilities Security Officer, you will develop and administer local security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. You will ensure local procedures align with corporate security policies and applicable government regulations. And you will coordinate with other local directorates and business area leadership to identify and support business needs.Sierra Space—based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL—designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space  Primary Responsibilities: Facility Security Officer (FSO) responsibility for large and diverse business area campus, developing and implementing policy and processes to ensure full compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP)Manage and mentor direct-report security team members, with focus on core/collateral programs and common service support (PERSEC, program/industrial security, badging/credentialing, security education, etc.) Enables and supports the activities of the primary and alternate CPSO/CSSO on multiple programs/contracts, coordinating the development and implementation of policy and processes as required to meet both regulatory and management-driven requirementsServe as the area Senior Program Security Representative (PSR) providing lifecycle security oversight to multiple DoD program activities spanning numerous Sierra Space and US Government facilitiesResponsible for implementation and support of facility access proceduresMaintain records of security clearances for employees and visitorsImplement procedures for safeguarding classified material for which the facility is responsibleManage DD Form 254 generation, review and coordinationAssist in the preparation of documentation and manuals outlining organizational processes, and providing the business area with relevant security policy guidance, with emphasis on special programs materialsMaintain liaison with government program security contactsPrepare and submit required security reports to DCSA, other cognizant security activities, and/or other customer officials as requiredLead facility security inspections and participate in security program self-assessment initiatives, ensuring compliance with security regulations prescribed by multiple USG agenciesParticipate in after-hours alarm response requirementsCoordinate classified computing activities with ISSM/ISSOProvide security assistance to other Sierra Space locations when requested. Support Security Director with special tasks as assignedParticipate in the development and implementation of corporate-wide security policies and related working groups and project initiatives. Limited domestic required, to include Sierra Space  company facilities and customer organization installationsMust Haves:Bachelor's degree in security management, systems security, cybersecurity or related disciplineRelevant work experience may be considered in lieu of required education. Minimum of 1-year experience in managing Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or Special Access Programs (SAP) desiredExtensive knowledge of both government and industrial security to analyze evaluate and interpret current security requirements Preferred:Typically, 4 - 6 years of relevant management experienceCOMSEC certificationInternational FOCI experienceAt least two years of FSO practical experience with DoD FSO certificationAbility to balance security requirements with Sierra Space mission, goals, and cultureStrong communication skills, strong critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project prioritiesAbility to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutionsHigh degree of attention to detailActive Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required Learn more about the background check process for Security ClearancesIMPORTANT NOTICE: To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.  The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.  With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services. Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements: Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and stepsFrequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterityRarely lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.Working Conditions: Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materialsRarely exposed to loud noises Estimated Starting Salary Range: $138,634.92 - $190,623.01. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.