Lead the industrial security program at K2 Space, ensuring compliance with security requirements and safeguarding classified information.
Posted by employer 3 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 11 hours ago
What you'll build
- Submit and maintain Facility Clearance sponsorship packages
- Develop and deliver security training
- Conduct security briefings
- Investigate suspected security infractions
- Prepare and maintain Program Protection Plans
Must have
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- 10+ years as a Facility Security Officer or Security Manager
- Strong command of NISPOM and DoD security protocols
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Requirements
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Facility Security Manager at K2 Space is responsible for leading the industrial security program, ensuring compliance with various security regulations while collaborating with multiple departments to protect classified information. This role requires a strong understanding of NISPOM and DoD protocols, along with excellent communication skills for briefing stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in security management, particularly within the DoD and Intelligence Community. K2 Space is a high-growth company focused on innovative satellite technology, making this position critical as they scale operations.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 27, 2026. Last confirmed on K2 Space's careers page September 29, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Security roles (median ~$170,000).
- Starts above 3% of 209 comparable senior security roles in United States we track (median $171,120 across 77 companies).
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- K2 Space lists $120,000–$170,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Facility Security Manager (TS/SCI) role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- K2 Space targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Facility Security Manager (TS/SCI) role at K2 Space.
From the original posting
K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers, we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space.
The Role
K2 Space is seeking a Facility Security Officer (FSO) to lead our industrial security program, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM, and DoD/customer security requirements. You'll partner closely with the Head of Facilities, IT Security & Compliance Lead, and government security stakeholders to safeguard classified information across multiple sensitivity levels and build a strong security culture as K2 scales.
This is a high-impact, largely independent role for a self-motivated security professional ready to work across the full organization — from Program Managers and Engineering to Legal, HR, and IT.
Main Responsibilities:
- Submit and maintain Facility Clearance (FCL) sponsorship packages; ensure ongoing FOCI compliance
- Keep business lines informed of upcoming security requirements; update SF312s and work with Legal to keep DCSA organizational records current
- Develop and deliver security training — SCG, CUI, and OPSEC — with the SETA team and Program Managers; manage and maintain NISS
- Provide security-section input for RFPs, BAAs, and related proposal documentation
- Review PWS/SOWs and generate DD Form 254s, providing guidance on flow-down security requirements
- Conduct security briefings, including indoctrinations, annual refresher training, and event-driven sessions
- Investigate suspected security infractions or violations, document findings, and recommend corrective action
- Own the full lifecycle of classified information — safeguarding, tracking, storage, reproduction, destruction, and secure transmission (marking, wrapping, mailing) — in line with NISPOM and ICD requirements
- Prepare and maintain Program Protection Plans, Security Classification Guides, and Transportation Security Plans
- Support the ISSM/ISSO with classified information systems maintenance and monitoring
- Respond to after-hours alarms and security incidents as needed
- Report key site and program security status to the Director of Security
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- 10+ years as a Facility Security Officer or Security Manager supporting DoD and Intelligence Community programs
- Strong command of NISPOM, and DoD security protocols
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing executives, employees, and government stakeholders
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000 + equity in the company
- Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
- Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged!
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