Astranis

Director Facility Security & COMSEC Programs We are seeking a Director of Facility Security & COMSEC Programs to lead our security posture and act as the primary liaison with U.S. government sponsors. This role will own and scale our facility and communications security programs, ensuring full compliance while proactively shaping our long-term security strategy. The Director will oversee all aspects of classified facility management, COMSEC operations, and cryptographic security, ensuring that our organization maintains the highest standards of protection for sensitive information. This leader will partner across technical, legal, and operations functions, embedding security into the fabric of our company as we scale. Responsibilities • Serve as the company's senior security authority, accountable for all Facility Security Officer (FSO) and COMSEC programs. • Define and implement strategic security policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations and sponsor requirements. • Direct oversight of COMSEC accounts, including compliance with physical security, record keeping, and classified material handling policies. • Accountable for receipt, storage, inventory, transfer, and destruction of all classified COMSEC materials, cryptographic keys, and controlled cryptographic items. • Lead and mature the five elements of COMSEC operations: Cryptographic Security, Transmission Security (TRANSEC), Physical Security, Emission Security (EMSEC), and Traffic Flow Security. • Develop a scalable security governance framework that supports company growth, new programs, and evolving sponsor requirements. • Build and mentor a high-performing security team, ensuring redundancy, resilience, and cross-functional collaboration. • Partner with I.T., Legal, Engineering, and Operations leadership to integrate security controls into business processes and technical systems. • Represent the company in all security-related matters with U.S. government sponsors and external agencies. Requirements • Minimum 7-10 years of experience in Facility Security Officer and/or COMSEC leadership roles, with increasing scope and accountability. • Proven success designing and implementing scalable security programs in either the U.S. military, government, or private industry. • Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI. A Special Background Investigation (SBI) with favorable adjudication required. KMI course certification and Standardized Facility Security Officer / COMSEC Custodian course certification. • Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional collaboration and team-building. • Strong knowledge of U.S. government security regulations and sponsor expectations. • Prior law enforcement or national security experience is preferred.