Muon Space is hiring a Director of Security (FSO/CPSO) to join our mission. In this role, reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you will lead and direct all security measures to implement NISPOM and NRO Security Manuals, serving as the primary point of contact for all industrial security concerns at our company.
What You'll Do
- Lead the effort for an initial DoD Facility Clearance Letter (FCL).
- Develop and maintain compliance with all DoD and IC security-related policies and procedures.
- Oversee personnel security and physical security program, including personnel clearances.
- Define security requirements for secure payload processing and operations facilities, teams and program infrastructure (Program Protection).
- Develop and implement insider threat protection program and serve as the Insider Threat Program Senior Official.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive security education program.
- Develop and implement Standard Practice Procedures, Emergency Action Plans, Program Protection plans, and Security Processes.
- Track classified contracts and sub-contract activities ensuring compliance with DD-254s.
- Develop and manage a self-inspection program to meet DCSA requirements.
- Manage facility badging system, security controls and oversee facility access processes and procedures.
- Work with Program Execution and Business Development teams, including supporting proposals.
- Perform COMSEC custodian duties responsible for the protection and accountability of COMSEC material.
- Manage security budgets, including indirect budget and capital expense requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
- Bachelor’s Degree or 12 years direct experience.
- 12-15 years security-related experience in support of DoD and IC programs.
- In-depth knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFAR Part 117), IC Security Manuals, DoD collateral, DoD SAPs, and IC requirements.
- Experience working security requirements for Collateral, SCI and Special Access Programs.
- Working knowledge of PHYSEC, PERSEC, COMSEC, OPSEC, Counterintelligence, Insider Threat, systems security and program protection.
- Experience with overseeing planning and construction of a SCIF under ICD 705 compliance.
- Facility Security Officer certification.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Highly organized, able to prioritize tasking, multi-task, and work in a team environment.
- Excellent proficiency with Google Suite & Microsoft Office.
Nice to Have
- Proven leadership, management, mentoring and team-building skills.
- Familiarity with CMMC, ISSM, ISSO duties and responsibilities.
- COMSEC custodian certification.
- Experience and direct participation with government/industry security organizations (ISWG, NDIA, AIA, NCMS, etc).
Technical Stack
- DISS
- NBIS
- NISS
- STEPP
Team & Environment
You will report to the Chief Legal Officer and be a key member of the management team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $203K - $248K + equity.
- Equity compensation.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401k retirement plan.
- Short & long term disability and life insurance.
- Three weeks paid vacation for new employees.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Unlimited sick time.
- Paid parental leave.
Work Mode
This role is onsite in Mountain View, CA.
Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity.


