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POSTING ACTIVE · REQ-99617 · FY26.Q2

Senior Personnel Security Officer (R5248)

Shield AI
[ COMPANY ]
Shield AI
[ LOCATION ]
San Diego, California
[ POSTED ]
2026.06.19
[ REQ ID ]
REQ-99617
[ COMPENSATION RANGE · ANNUAL · BASE ]
$80,000 – $120,000USD
MIDPOINT
$100,000
SPREAD
$40,000
LEVEL
SENIOR
§ 01OVERVIEW
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
§ 02JOB DESCRIPTION:

The FSO operates as a key contributor within a dynamic, fast-paced defense environment, responsible for executing and scaling security operations in support of classified programs. This role requires a highly adaptable, solutions-oriented professional who can balance compliance with operational speed while maintaining strict adherence to NISPOM and government security requirements.

You will partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and program teams to enable mission success while safeguarding classified information and controlled technologies.

§ 03WHAT YOU'LL DO
§ 04SECURITY OPERATIONS & PROGRAM EXECUTION
  • Execute daily collateral security operations in a high-growth environment
  • Maintain daily classified document control, accountability, and safeguarding
  • Support classified facility operations and Restricted Areas
    • § 05PERSONNEL SECURITY & ONBOARDING
  • Process badge requests and issuance with accuracy and timeliness
  • Facilitate weekly local new hire orientation and onboarding
  • Present New Hire Security Training as required
    • § 06FOREIGN VISITS & EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENTS
  • Daily processing, disclosure, and hosting of foreign visits in accordance with NISPOM
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliant execution
  • Support classified meetings hosting
    • Restricted Area (RA) & Access Control
  • Perform daily Restricted Area maintenance and access control management
  • Enforce entry/exit procedures and access requirements
  • Execute end-of-day Restricted Area security procedures
    • § 07TECHNOLOGY CONTROL & COMPLIANCE
  • Process Technology Control Plans (TCPs) in support of Corporate FSO
  • Support ITAR/EAR compliance and controlled technology safeguards
    • § 08INCIDENT RESPONSE & OPERATIONS
  • Respond to local alarms, GSOC alerts, and security incidents
  • Provide immediate response to outages and emergent issues
  • Document and report incidents in accordance with policy
    • § 09CLASSIFIED HANDLING & LOGISTICS
  • Manage classified shipping and receiving
  • Maintain accountability and proper transfer procedures for classified materials
    • § 10COMSEC & SECURITY SUPPORT
  • Serve as Alternate Collateral COMSEC Officer
  • Support COMSEC accountability, handling, and compliance requirements
    • § 11CROSS-FUNCTIONAL PARTNERSHIP
  • Act as a trusted security partner to internal teams
  • Provide guidance on security requirements, reporting obligations, and best practices
    • § 12REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Must be a U.S. Citizen
    • MUST HAVE Active Top Secret Security Clearance
    • Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities (Safeguarding Certification)
    • 2-4+ years of experience in industrial security or cleared environments
    • Working knowledge of NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
    • Experience with DISS, NISS, or equivalent systems
    § 13PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth defense environment
    • Familiarity with foreign visit processing and TCPs
    • Experience supporting classified facility operations or Restricted Areas
    • Experience delivering security training or briefings
    #LC
    Full-time regular employee offer package:
    Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
    Temporary employee offer package:
    Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
    Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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    Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
    QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
    How much does the Senior Personnel Security Officer (R5248) at Shield AI pay?
    The posting lists a range of $80K–$120K per year. Ranges reflect what Shield AI publicly declared on the source posting.
    Where is this Senior Personnel Security Officer (R5248) role based?
    The role is based in San Diego, California.
    What experience does Shield AI expect for this role?
    The posting is tagged as a senior-level role, typically 5+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
    Where is Shield AI headquartered?
    Shield AI is headquartered in San Diego, USA.
    How was this posting sourced?
    This role was pulled directly from Shield AI's Lever careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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