Security Director

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Job Summary

Security and Safety is dedicated to providing quality leadership, services and solutions to safeguard people and the environment, secure and protect company information and assets and enhance operational efficiency. Special Programs Security provides quality leadership, services and solutions to safeguard people and the environment, secure and protect company information and assets as well as enhance operational efficiency for the Corporation. You will serve as the Director of Security responsible for ensuring successful physical security programs are in place by implementing programs for protecting classified and unclassified sensitive information. Performs specialized duties in one or more security disciplines. Demonstrates behavior that is consistent with the company’s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Integrity, and Objectivity. This position is responsible for supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) activities. This position supports both Aerospace and Government customers within a classified environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Direct all aspects of Defense Security Counterintelligence Agency and Security Agency (DCSA), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP)

• Supervises security team members

• Oversee ICD705 construction

• Manages 24X7 contractor guard force

• Ensures compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
• Expert knowledge with DoD 5205 series SAP Manuals to include JSIG

• Directs all aspects of security related investigations, training, operations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local security operations, policies, and procedures utilizing identified best practices and risk management principles
• Implement and maintain a COMSEC program
• Writes and approves Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with customer located on the Colorado Springs campus
• Writes Co-Use and Joint Use Agreements with government customers
• Work with support departments to ensure compliance with contract/subcontract security requirements
• Responsible for local Insider Threat Program, and pre-publication reviews
• Oversees the adherences of classified storage, annual classified inventory, classified media control, and the visitor control program within the secure areas
• Responsible for the reporting of adverse information to the appropriate CSAs
• Assists with the implementation, and maintenance of Fire Life Safety, emergency preparedness, and EHS programs to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation
• Respond to emergencies that require either an evacuation, shelter-in-place (SIP) order, or lock down
• Alarm Response is a requirement
• Conduct evaluations including but not limited to indoor air quality and ergonomics

What You Need to be Successful

• 8 or more years of relevant experience with High School Diploma or 5 or more years of relevant experience with bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
• Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP