Senior Security Manager - Facility Security Officer (FSO) - (Onsite)

About the role

The Senior Security Manager - Facility Security Officer (FSO) oversees all aspects of industrial security compliance at a complex possessing facility operating under 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM Rule. This position requires exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills to ensure full compliance with DoD and U.S. Government security requirements in support of classified programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary security team responsible for classified material control, access authorization, visitor management, incident response, and continuous monitoring of the site’s security posture.
• Oversee the facility’s participation in DCSA, USG, and internal inspections and audits.
• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve the site’s security program to ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DAAG, CSSNI, and other applicable directives.
• Direct and manage all aspects of classified information management, including document control, media handling, transmission, and destruction, ensuring protection of U.S. and foreign classified material.
• Conduct incident investigations and produce comprehensive reports for violations, adverse information, or insider threat indicators.
• Develop and execute corrective action plans to mitigate vulnerabilities and maintain compliance readiness.
• Develop, deliver, and maintain a robust Security Education and Awareness Program, including briefings for new hires, periodic refresher training, debriefings, and special-topic security education sessions.
• Provide ongoing mentorship, coaching, and professional development to team members, promoting a high-performance and compliance-focused culture.
• Partner with site leadership to foster a strong security culture that aligns with Collins’ values and national security priorities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of all compliance actions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including Program Management, Engineering, HR, Legal, and Digital Technology (DT) to ensure security requirements are fully integrated across business operations.
• Manage relationships with subcontractors and external partners to verify their compliance with contract-specific and NISPOM obligations.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• U.S. Citizen - The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Possess and maintain an active U.S. Government security clearance at the Top Secret level as a condition of employment.
• A related university degree or equivalent experience in a security related subject area.
• Prior experience as an FSO, CSSO, or CPSO in a large, multi-program environment.
• Completion of CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities course.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in industrial or government security.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, driving process improvements, and achieving measurable compliance outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief senior leaders and government officials are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional Certifications/Affiliations
• Working knowledge of Security applications such as SIMS, Access Commander and Visitor Management Systems, as well as DISS, NISS, and other government platforms.
• Experience with Open-Storage Area construction, accreditation, and management.
• Strong understanding of cross-functional security disciplines, including Physical, Personnel, Cyber, Counterintelligence, and Export Compliance.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees, generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds, tuition reimbursement program, student loan repayment program, life insurance and disability coverage, optional coverages like pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection, birth, adoption, parental leave benefits, Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning, adoption assistance, autism benefit, employee assistance plan, healthy you incentives, wellness rewards program, doctor on demand, virtual doctor visits, bright horizons, child, and elder care services, teladoc medical experts, second opinion program, and more!