Director, Security - Gulf Coast

SpaceX
Starbase, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 12+ years of security management experience and a background in ITAR compliance.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 12+ years of security management experience and a track record in critical infrastructure risk mitigation
    — “12+ years of experience in the field of security”
  • Individuals with a proven ability to lead large teams and implement security strategies in complex environments
    — “Prior experience directing large teams in all areas of security management”
  • Professionals with a strong understanding of physical security systems and their operational effectiveness
    — “Assess systems, alarms, and other physical security measures for effectiveness”

Things to consider

  • This role requires active clearance and may involve pre-employment and random drug testing
    — “An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing”
  • Travel commitment is a factor, with up to 15% travel expected
    — “Must be willing to travel up to 15%”
  • The position requires compliance with ITAR and U.S. export regulations, limiting eligibility
    — “To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national...”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in strategic security planning and implementation of emergency response protocols
    — “Identify, prioritize, develop, and implement security measures, emergency preparedness and response plans”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage large teams and provide high-level briefings to senior leadership
    — “Become the trusted security advisor to senior management and leaders across the organization”
  • Demonstrate your background in assessing and improving physical security systems and technologies
    — “Maintain security equipment such as cameras, alarms, and access control systems”
  • Showcase your initiative in developing efficient work processes and resolving security issues independently
    — “Take personal initiative in developing efficient work processes”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • develop and communicate security strategy
  • implement security measures
Typical background
12+ years of experience in security

Skills & requirements

Required

Security ManagementRisk AssessmentEmergency PreparednessTeam Supervision

Preferred

ITAR ComplianceFAA Part 107 Drone License

Stack & domain

Security ManagementITARSecurity OperationsRisk MitigationEmergency PreparednessCommunicationDecision MakingTeamworkLeadershipFAA Part 107 Drone LicenseSecurityPhysical SecurityAccess ControlCCTV

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

DIRECTOR, SECURITY – GULF COAST (STARBASE, TX) 

Help SpaceX protect life and property anywhere company assets are deployed. The Director, Security is a highly trained professional who will provide coordination for Contracted Guard Force, Physical Security, Automated Access Control System, Intrusion Detection System, and CCTV System. This individual will have access to cutting edge technology in order to provide the best possible protection for the employees and assets of SpaceX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and communicate the overall strategy for site security, aligning it with SpaceX’s business objectives

Become the trusted security advisor to senior management and leaders across the organization through high-level communication and excellent briefing skills

Establish procedures and protocols to assess, identify, and mitigate any security vulnerabilities or gaps

Maintain a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; ensure that all team members understand and comply with those laws, regulations, policies and procedures

Identify, prioritize, develop, and implement security measures, emergency preparedness and response plans, and security protocols and strategies

Participate in local, state, and federal working or advisory groups to stay updated on security-related information

Maintain security equipment such as cameras, alarms, and access control systems

Assess systems, alarms, and other physical security measures for effectiveness

Make effective decisions in both routine and crisis situations

Take personal initiative in developing efficient work processes

Address and resolve security issues promptly, effectively, and independently

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

12+ years of experience in the field of security

7+ years of security management experience supervising and directing staff across a wide range of operating functions

Experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Exceptional track record in managing security operations, special events, and risk mitigation to critical infrastructure

Prior experience directing large teams in all areas of security management

Established skills in strategic and critical thinking, decision-making, communications, and relationship-building

Highly organized, detail oriented, and possess a proven ability to thrive under pressure and to execute on a number of projects simultaneously

Successful experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-oriented team environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work all shifts, extended hours, and/or weekends as needed

Must be willing to travel up to 15%

Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license 

Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test

Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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