Senior Facility Security Officer (R4917)

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: The FSO operates as a key contributor within a dynamic, fast-paced defense environment, responsible for executing and scaling security operations in support of classified programs. This role requires a highly adaptable, solutions-oriented professional who can balance compliance with operational speed while maintaining strict adherence to NISPOM and government security requirements. You will partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and program teams to enable mission success while safeguarding classified information and controlled technologies.

What you'll do:: Security Operations & Program Execution Execute daily collateral security operations in a high-growth environment Maintain daily classified document control, accountability, and safeguarding Support classified facility operations and Restricted Areas Personnel Security & Onboarding Process badge requests and issuance with accuracy and timeliness Facilitate weekly local new hire orientation and onboarding Present New Hire Security Training as required Foreign Visits & External Engagements Daily processing, disclosure, and hosting of foreign visits in accordance with NISPOM Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliant execution Support classified meetings hosting Restricted Area (RA) & Access Control Perform daily Restricted Area maintenance and access control management Enforce entry/exit procedures and access requirements Execute end-of-day Restricted Area security procedures Technology Control & Compliance Process Technology Control Plans (TCPs) in support of Corporate FSO Support ITAR/EAR compliance and controlled technology safeguards Incident Response & Operations Respond to local alarms, GSOC alerts, and security incidents Provide immediate response to outages and emergent issues Document and report incidents in accordance with policy Classified Handling & Logistics Manage classified shipping and receiving Maintain accountability and proper transfer procedures for classified materials COMSEC & Security Support Serve as Alternate Collateral COMSEC Officer Support COMSEC accountability, handling, and compliance requirements Cross-Functional Partnership Act as a trusted security partner to internal teams Provide guidance on security requirements, reporting obligations, and best practices Required qualifications:: Must be a U.S. Citizen MUST HAVE Active Top Secret Security Clearance Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (Safeguarding Certification) 5+ years of experience in industrial security or cleared enviro