Security Operations Manager

The role

You will lead physical security operations, access control, and emergency response for Stoke's Washington facilities. This role involves developing security strategies, managing contracted personnel, and overseeing security technology systems.

What you will do

• Lead physical security operations for Kent facilities and support Moses Lake test facility
• Develop and implement site-specific security strategies
• Develop multi-year physical security plans
• Maintain security plans, post orders, procedures, and operating instructions
• Conduct periodic security risk assessments and vulnerability reviews
• Oversee day-to-day security operations and site access control
• Act as primary point of contact for security incidents and coordinate response
• Manage contracted security service providers and guard force personnel
• Coordinate and manage test exclusion areas
• Support security requirements for classified contracts and government programs

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, military security, industrial security, or related field
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing security personnel or security programs
• Demonstrated experience establishing physical security programs
• Experience managing contract guard force operations
• Experience with enterprise access control and video surveillance systems
• Strong incident management and investigation skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
• Valid state security officer license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to routinely walk, patrol, and inspect large industrial, manufacturing, and test facilities, including climbing stairs, ladders, and elevated platforms

Nice to have

• Aerospace, defense, launch operations, manufacturing, critical infrastructure, or maritime experience
• Experience working within the National Industrial Security Program or other federal security environment
• Experience interfacing with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
• Familiarity with facility clearance and industrial security requirements, including the NISPOM
• Experience operating within federal or military environments
• Experience supporting government customers and regulatory agencies
• Security certifications such as PSP (Physical Security Professional), CPP (Certified Protection Professional), ASIS certifications, FEMA Incident Command certifications
• Secret (or higher) security clearance level

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
• 11 days of holidays including an end-of-year closure
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks
• Must be able to prove identity and authorization to work in the U.S.
• Employment may be conditioned on legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials

About the company

Stoke is building Nova, a fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle designed for daily flight. The company aims to create a scalable space industry by reducing launch costs and increasing availability.