Security Officer II; FSO

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do.

Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation;

healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high‑performance team!

• Protects the organization's employees, properties and all items of value on premises from any preventable harm or danger
• Develops security policies and procedures that comply with government guidelines and standards
• Conducts investigations to protect organization assets
• Responds to contingency events, including bomb threats, sabotage and severe weather conditions through on‑site security force or with the assistance of government law enforcement agencies
• Recommends hiring of outside security contractors as necessary and may oversee contract guard force

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

• Manages security protocols and ensures they are followed for the protection of the organization's property, assets, and people.
• Maintains and may implement safety and security protocols for assigned facilities.
• Managing the coordination and administration of security clearances.
• Ensures processes are in place for preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, and evicting trespassers.
• Review and/ or respond to requests for safety/security assistance from employees.
• May coordinate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary.
• Takes proactive steps and assesses risks to ensure a safe and secure working environment to staff and visitors.
• Leads the investigation of crimes with leadership support.
• May conduct educational activities related to safety and crime prevention.
• Assigns or oversees the daily workflow, schedules, and assignments of security staff including security guards.
• Provides specialized security for and monitors access to limited and restricted access areas.
• May also act as a liaison between site security and IT to ensure proper access is maintained for high security areas.

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Decision‑making skills. Oral and written communication skills. Problem/situation analysis. Judgement. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Attentiveness.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Work may…