Facility Security Officer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Title
Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Company Intro/About GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We are defining flight for today, tomorrow, and the future by delivering safe, reliable, and innovative aerospace solutions. Our teams are united by a shared commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, compliance, and customer success in highly regulated environments.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview
This role supports GE Aerospace operations performing on U.S. government contracts and other classified programs. You will be part of the Industrial Security team, partnering closely with engineering, program management, supply chain, and other functional areas across multiple sites. The team is responsible for ensuring full compliance with the National Industrial Security Program and maintaining trusted relationships with U.S. Government security stakeholders.

Role Overview
As the Facility Security Officer (FSO), you will be responsible for the administration of the National Industrial Security Program in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual - NISPOM). You will serve as the resident industrial security expert, providing a secure and compliant workplace for employees, contractors, visitors, and suppliers.

In this role, you will collaborate with the broader security organization, both onsite and offsite, and support teams executing government contracts. Success will require close coordination with cross-functional partners and multiple GE Aerospace sites. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, the ability to influence and drive impact, and the capability to articulate security requirements while effectively balancing compliance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Lead and support security initiatives

• Participate in, develop, and/or lead organizational security initiatives as directed by the Industrial Security Operations team and/or the Senior Management Official.

Administer the National Industrial Security Program (NISP)

• Manage all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), internal business policies, and customer contractual security requirements.

Incident investigation and response

• Investigate national security program-specific incidents affecting cleared personnel, accredited facilities, and/or information systems, and support development of corrective actions.

External and internal stakeholder engagement

• Develop and maintain key external industry partnerships and strong internal stakeholder relationships to share best practices and influence emerging policy and procedures.

Primary interface with government security agencies

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) reviews and correspondence, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with DCSA and other U.S. Government security personnel.

DCSA Security Review preparation

• Prepare for and participate in DCSA Security Reviews, including coordination of documentation, briefings, and follow-up actions.

Team leadership and development

• Lead, mentor, and develop security professionals at varying career levels, fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ORAssociate's degree with 4 years of military experience ORhigh school diploma/GED with 8 years of military experience

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of Industrial Security experience, preferably serving as a Facility Security Officer or Assistant Facility Security Officer

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM)

Hands-on experience developing and maintaining secure areas in accordance with ICD 705 standards

Working knowledge of NISS, DISS, NBIS, and other U.S. Government security applications

Security Domains

Demonstrated familiarity with Personnel Security, Information Assurance, and Communication Security (COMSEC)

Leadership

Ability to lead and develop other security professionals at varying career levels

External Interface Experience interfacing with government regulators and customers, representing GE Aerospace's reputation within the industrial security community

Clearance Must possess an active Top Secret clearance

Desired Characteristics

Risk Assessment and Business Acumen: The ability to identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential threats and vulnerabilities, and to develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Understand the internal and external factors that impact the organization including market trends, competitive landscape and regulatory requirements.

Information & Analytical Thinking: the ability to collect, analyze and interpret information from various sources to anticipate and counteract potential security threats, while thinking critically and analytically to solve complex security problems and make informed decisions.

Adaptability and Resilience: The capacity to adapt to changing security landscapes and recover quickly from setbacks or incidents.

Interpersonal Skills & Customer Service: Strong interpersonal abilities, effective networking and collaboration capabilities, and cultural competence. High emotional intelligence and self-awareness are essential for fostering a respectful approach to security operations.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey security policies, procedures, and incident reports to stakeholders at all levels. Active listening & relationship building.

Project Management: The ability to plan, execute, and oversee security projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Closing
At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes