Physical Security Director

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Special Programs Security has an opening for a Physical Security Director. The selected individual will be leading a team of security professionals and addressing compliance for Special Program areas.

As the Physical Security Director, you will primarily interface with Aerospace Program Management and government agencies/customers representing the organization in strategic discussions and negotiations regarding program security matters and requirements. You will be responsible for providing security support ensuring classified information is properly safeguarded and will provide on-site support for all security actions in accordance with corporate and governmental policies and directives.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in Chantilly, VA.

• You will serve as the Physical Security Department Director overseeing operational functions and leads high-level planning and policy development to align security initiatives with the organization’s strategic goals
• Assists in designing new Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and submittal of all preconstruction SCIF documentation necessary for SCIF accreditation
• Responsible for providing guidance and oversight in the installation, operation, and maintenance of all security systems including Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Access Control Systems (ACS), and CCTV Systems
• Plans for major modifications of facilities and security systems; collaborates with other Aerospace project stakeholders from Facilities and Enterprise Information System (EIS), vendors, technicians, architects and general contractors to accomplish goals including follow up to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily during design and construction
• Establish / Update security policy as it relates to physical security functions.
• Formulates and implements policies and procedures to uphold and enhance physical security standards across all Special Program areas.
• Collaborate across all company locations to implement consistent physical security processes/procedures
• Manage service agreements with security vendors / providers (guard services and security system integrators)
• Initiates work orders for repairs; obtains necessary funding and works with Facilities and Supply Chain to ensure the successful completion of projects.
• When necessary, provides physical security requirements for all construction projects and modifications
• Reviews, forecasts, and monitors department budgets as it pertains to physical security requirements. Develops and directs the strategic allocation of resources to ensure the optimal performance of all physical security operations.
• Maintains and updates Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC) and other SCIF facility documentation as required
• Ensures compliance with UL requirements for onsite National Industrial Monitoring Station that provides IDS monitoring for the Chantilly site and other Aerospace sites
• Responsible for self-inspections oversight and compliance.
• Advises and consults with upper management on Special Programs Security issues, decisions, and future planning for areas of responsibility.
• Provides technical oversight for intrusion detection system alarms and security systems
• Compiles system security plans in accordance with government regulations.
• Conducts physical security surveys, and facility threat assessments to determine if facilities meet agency requirements and prepares written reports identifying recommendations for correction
• Uses an electronic access control system (C-CURE 9000) to create corporate…