Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Astranis
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.
Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
Facility Security Officer (FSO)
We are seeking a highly capable Facility Security Officer (FSO) to join our team. You will serve as the primary liaison between our company and U.S. government sponsors, overseeing the implementation and management of all security protocols required for our classified operations.
Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proactive security professional with a strong background in facility security management under the NISPOM, and has experience maintaining a secure infrastructure to protect classified information. This role will report to the Vice President of USG Government Programs.
Role:
- Serve as the primary FSO for the organization, managing all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
- Ensure company compliance with the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) and all applicable Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements.
- Develop and implement internal security policies and procedures to safeguard classified information.
- Oversee personnel security (PERSEC), including clearance processing, periodic reinvestigations, and visit authorizations.
- Maintain and administer security records, audits, self-inspections, and annual reviews.
- Conduct security briefings, debriefings, and training for cleared employees.
- Act as the liaison with DCSA, government sponsors, and internal stakeholders for all security-related matters.
- Manage classified contracts, DD254s, and ensure compliance with government customer requirements.
- Oversee physical security controls including access systems, secure areas, and alarm systems.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Facility Security Officer in a government or defense contractor environment.
- Must have an active Top-Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority.
- Must have completed a standardized FSO training course (e.g., FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities).
- Demonstrated knowledge of NISPOM and DCSA security requirements.
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Bonus:
- Experience with Communication Security (COMSEC), including keying material management, storage, and destruction protocols.
- Familiarity with the five elements of COMSEC operations: Cryptographic Security, Transmission Security (TRANSEC), Physical Security, Emission Security (EMSEC), and Traffic Flow Security.
- KMI or COMSEC Custodian course certifications.