The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
In the role of Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO), we'll count on you to:
- Acts as the chief assistant to the FSO regarding not only implementation of security policy and procedures but also in assisting with the management of other security team members' daily functions
- Oversees day-to-day Industrial security facility operations and administering industrial security programs in accordance with the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), applicable laws, regulations, and DoD contractual requirements
- Manages the processing of security clearance paperwork, including collection and review of relevant documents and information for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
- Maintains personnel security records and databases, including quality assurance and control of the fingerprinting process.
- Manages, prepares, and tracks all Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specifications (DD Form 254s) provided from the government/prime contractor as well as those necessary for distribution to subcontractors
- Facilitates Security Education, Training, and Awareness Programs
- Executes visitor control functions
- Participates in government security audits, self-inspections, and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities including implementing corrective actions
- Verifies preparation of essential reports, troubleshooting industrial security issues, and providing assistance in resolving all concerns and queries from government agencies and company management
- Assisting with the facilitation of Common Access Cards (CAC) and client location access requirements
- Managing the tracking of projects containing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) as well as supporting compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC guidelines
- Participate in the company’s Insider Threat Program including investigating security incidents and violations, ensuring proper documentation, reporting and mitigation measures are in place
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years experience overseeing classified security programs - FSO certification or the ability to obtain.
- Require extensive training outlined by DoD requirements - Understanding of DISS, SWFT, NISS systems
- Solid understanding of 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM requirements - Experience in preparing DD254 and
- Experience with management and oversight of company security program, compliance, planning and coordination, education and awareness, and threat and incident response
- Solid communication skills: written, presentation and spoken
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
- 3 years of relevant security experience
- Extensive experience with the Microsoft Office suite of products
- Posses an active SECRET security clearance
- Experience with preparation of written reports documenting security findings and discrepancies
- Experience in executing 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements
- Completion of DCSA FSO Certification and Training Certificates related to DoD Security Education
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple security programs while maintaining attention to detail
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $98,000 - $122,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years of experience overseeing classified security programs
- FSO certification or ability to obtain it
- Extensive training outlined by Department of Defense requirements
- Understanding of DISS, SWFT, and NISS systems
- Solid understanding of 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM requirements
- Experience preparing DD Form 254 documentation
- Experience managing and overseeing company security programs, compliance, planning, coordination, education, awareness, threat response, and incident response
- Strong written, presentation, and spoken communication skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
- Three years of relevant security experience
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Office products
- Active Secret security clearance
- Experience preparing written reports documenting security findings and discrepancies
- Experience executing 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM requirements
- DCSA FSO Certification and Training Certificates related to DoD Security Education
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple security programs while maintaining attention to detail
- Must be a U.S. Person, including U.S. citizens and permanent residents
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
What the Team is Saying
Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is broad, combining unlimited PTO with two company‑wide shutdown weeks in July and at year‑end that help ensure employees disconnect.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage appears comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plus HSA/FSA, employer‑paid disability, life, AD&D, and EAP; some listings also cite optional add‑ons such as pet insurance.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and adoptive leave is highlighted across official and third‑party materials as a notable strength.
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What We Do
Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems. Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
Why Work With Us
We believe that each unique team member fuels the creativity necessary to build the world’s best propulsion systems. This is realized as a deeply held commitment to celebrating individuality, hiring talent across all backgrounds and experiences, building a culture of inclusion, and constantly challenging ourselves to improve.
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