OverviewSPA has a immediate need for a
Specurity Specialist.Responsibilities Key responsibilities include but not limited to: Provides overall security operations support for launch base activities, including support for security operations associated with space vehicle transportation, processing, and integration activities. The role supports launch base operations security and day-to-day security execution, including monitoring security and payload processing facilities to ensure compliance with established security requirements. The LSOS implements and supports general security requirements across launch base facilities and operational areas.
The LSOS supports access control systems, badging, and visitor control processes and assists with personnel security functions such as visitor processing, security escorting, and clearance verification. The position supports alarm, event notification, mass notification, and life safety systems, as well as emergency notification processes. Additional responsibilities include assisting with launch program security coordination and scheduling support and supporting physical security functions, including SCIF accreditation and compliance activities, and the ability to be an instructor to teach transport operations at the Program Security Launch Course held twice a year.
The LSOS supports antiterrorism and force protection measures at launch facilities and assists with mail screening activities and Government property accountability. Will support emergency management activities and response coordination and may assist with information system security support activities as required. Supports implementation of NRO launch security policy and participates in inter-agency and inter-IC working groups and policy meetings as required.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:- Active TS/SCI cleraance with Polygraph in the last 10 years
- Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
- Bachelors Degree with 4-6 years of relevant security experience
- Ability to work in a launch base or operational security environment
- Willingness to learn and support Government security policies and procedures
- Ability to follow established security processes and instructions
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
- Ability to communicate clearly with team members and Government personnel
- Ability to report to designated work location at Vandenberg SFB, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer
- Willingness to travel for extended periods of time, up 25% per year to support transport operations
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience supporting launch range operations or aerospace environments
- Familiarity with launch program security concepts
- Experience with access control systems, badging, or visitor management
- Exposure to physical security systems, alarm monitoring, or life safety systems
- Familiarity with personnel security or visitor control processes
- Experience supporting emergency management or force protection activities
- Awareness of SCIF environments or classified facility security requirements
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: 125k - 135k
Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. California, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $135,000.00/Yr.