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Security Manager

Nooks
Location
El Segundo, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
El Segundo Security
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • At least 9 years of experience in industrial and physical security, with significant time in cleared defense contracting, SCIF, and/or SAP environments.
  • Prior experience serving as an FSO or in a role carrying equivalent authority.
  • Deep working knowledge of NISPOM, SCI, and SAP requirements.
  • Demonstrated people-management experience, including supervising, mentoring, and developing a well-rounded security team.
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills, with comfort serving as the primary liaison to senior government and industry stakeholders.
  • A track record of driving process improvements and pace in a compliance-heavy environment.
Nice to have
  • Experience supporting business development or technical sales conversations in a cleared or defense-adjacent environment.
What the job really is

As a Security Manager at Nooks, you will lead security operations at your site, ensuring compliance with various security regulations and overseeing the site security team. Your role includes managing security incident responses, conducting risk assessments, and acting as the primary liaison with government and industry partners. You will also mentor your team and provide strategic recommendations to enhance security operations and client experiences.

Things to weigh
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and must maintain a U.S. government security clearance as a condition of employment.
  • The role requires comfort with ambiguity and a proactive approach, which may be challenging in a fast-paced startup environment.
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