Lead Security Officer
$64,480–$64,480 year
On-sitePalo Alto, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct physical security assessments and penetration testing of SpaceX facilities, including buildings, data centers, and critical infrastructure. Develop and execute complex threat scenarios to test access control, surveillance, and alarm systems effectiveness. Provide rapid response capabilities for intrusions, breaches, and high-risk situations while containing incidents and ensuring personnel safety. Maintain threat profiles covering insider threats, terrorism, and cyber-physical attacks through research and collaboration with intelligence teams. Design and lead scenario-based training exercises, tabletop drills, and live-fire drills to evaluate security readiness. Make split-second tactical decisions in high-stress environments, applying critical thinking to prioritize asset protection. Maintain high physical fitness proficiency in firearms, hand-to-hand combat, and tactical driving. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and facilities management to implement holistic security protocols.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security realm
- 1+ years of experience with executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience
- Availability to work any schedule needed, to include overtime, nights, weekends and rotating
- Position is subject to enhanced pre-employment screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test
- Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
- Willingness to travel up to 15% of time in support of SpaceX Security requirements should the need arise
- Valid driver's license
- Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license
- Eligible for a US Government security clearance
- Ability to effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
- Must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Desired Qualifications
- Completed training in SWAT operations, including tactical response and crisis management, or military special operations
- Proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, and tactical driving
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as security management, criminology, or international relations
- Experience in red teaming, penetration testing, or threat assessment
- Combat medic, EMT-B, or paramedic related experience
- Advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC/Combat Lifesaver)
- Familiarity with security protocols, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems
- Knowledge of threat intelligence, including insider threats, terrorism, and cyber-physical attacks
- Experience with exercise design and execution, including scenario-based training and tabletop exercises
- Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision
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