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Ursa Major · 1 month ago

Facility Security Officer (FSO) - Top Secret Clearance Required

Berthoud, Colorado

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Ursa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense with high-performance propulsion systems. The Facility Security Officer (FSO) will establish and manage a compliant industrial security program, ensuring the protection of classified information and fostering a strong security culture across the organization.

AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build and lead the company’s facility security program, including all policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks required under NISPOM and other federal security standards

Serve as the primary liaison with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and other government security offices regarding facility clearances, personnel clearances, and compliance activities

Establish foundational security systems and tools, including JPAS/DISS, NISS, and eQIP accounts, and ensure proper integration with internal HR and IT systems

Develop the company’s Insider Threat Program, training plans, and self-inspection protocols

Lead DCSA vulnerability assessments and ensure all identified findings are addressed and closed

Design and deliver company-wide security training, briefings, and communication programs that instill awareness and accountability

Partner with IT, Operations, and Engineering to create secure facility spaces, control plans, and technology safeguards to protect classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI)

Collaborate with executive leadership to align security policies with business growth, program development, and federal contracting opportunities

Serve as the primary security advisor to leadership, providing strategic guidance on clearance management, facility upgrades, and compliance planning

Provide mentorship and guidance to staff as the security team grows, creating a scalable and future-ready security organization

Qualification

Industrial security programNISPOM knowledgeDCSA processesSecurity certificationsCollaboration with governmentLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret security clearance (SCI eligibility preferred)

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

5+ years of experience in industrial security, including 2+ years in a Facility Security Officer or senior security management role supporting cleared defense programs

Proven ability to establish or rebuild an industrial security program; experience leading a facility through its initial DCSA certification is strongly preferred

Deep knowledge of NISPOM, DoDM 5220.22, DCSA processes, and federal security compliance requirements

Demonstrated success collaborating with government officials, contractors, and internal leadership

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance