Manager, Industrial Security

AeroVironment

. Manage a medium-sized security team delivering a Mission First approach while implementing National Industrial Security Programs (NISP) .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $122,500 - $187,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing Industrial Security programs, ensuring compliance with DOD and NISPOM requirements, and leading security teams. Proficient in developing security training and maintaining relationships with government security agencies.

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Industrial Security ManagementDOD Top Secret Security ClearanceFSO Possessing CertificationSecurity Training DevelopmentClassification Management

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Hard Skills

National Industrial Security ProgramsPhysical SecurityCyber Information AssuranceCOMSECEmergency Management PlanningSecurity Classification GuidesClosed Area ConstructionSCIF ConstructionSAPF ConstructionSecurity Incident Investigation

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationProfessional Development

Tools & Technologies

DCSA Security Vulnerability AssessmentsFacility Security Clearance DocumentationDD-254s

Certifications & Qualifications

Insider Threat Program Senior Official Training

Industry Keywords

DODICNISPOMCUICollateral ProgramsGovernment Security LeadershipNCMS ISWGNDIAAIAITAR/EAR Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a medium-sized security team delivering a Mission First approach while implementing National Industrial Security Programs (NISP)
Manage, administer, and coordinate industrial security programs and security activities to ensure compliance with government and company policies and procedures
Manage a small team of Facility Security Officers across the enterprise
Assure the security of people, facilities, programs, and operations across geographically dispersed National Security efforts
Provide support at two local sites and leadership to Program and Industrial Security Operations
Work alongside the Senior Manager and Director on security for programs, contracts, and operations involving unclassified, CUI, and Collateral programs
Provide guidance and professional development for security professionals
Integrate industrial security initiatives across the enterprise and ensure employee engagement and facilities changes support contract compliance and operational goals
Participate in investigations of security incidents and assist with disciplinary and legal matters
Maintain security documentation, files, Facility Security Clearance documentation, DD-254s, classified holdings, and classified transmittals in accordance with DCSA and NISPOM requirements
Provide and document new employee security briefings, exit interviews, and debriefings
Investigate and report security violations and incidents
Participate in and oversee annual refresher training and prepare documentation for DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments
Maintain working relationships with DCSA, other Federal Agencies, and contract security offices
Perform daily security activities and enforce government and company security policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 7+ years of hands-on experience in Industrial Security across DOD, IC and NISPOM (Collateral, SCI and SAP), Physical Security, Cyber Information Assurance, COMSEC, and Emergency/Crisis Management planning and execution
At least 3+ years of demonstrated management and/or leadership experience in National Security classified programs and managing resources and budgets for small security teams
Current DOD Top Secret level security clearance
Completion of FSO Possessing Certification and Insider Threat Program Senior Official Training
Experience developing and implementing security-related training, including Initial Security Briefings, Insider Threat, CI awareness, and OPSEC
Demonstrated experience constructing secure spaces such as Closed Areas, SCIFs and/or SAPFs
Experience with classification management processes and classification guides associated with DoD and IC information
Ability to create and use Security Classification Guides
Proven ability and experience working with US Government security leadership in DOD and IC security programs
Experience and direct participation with Government/Industry Security Organizations (NCMS ISWG, NDIA, AIA, etc.)
Breadth of demonstrated business and management skills, knowledge and abilities
Ability to work in an office environment
U.S. person under ITAR/EAR, or eligible for approval of an export license; some positions require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K with company matching
9/80 work schedule
Paid holiday shutdown