Director, Security (FSO) - Cleared Programs
Exiger, Huntsville, AL, United States
Who We Are:
Exiger transforms supply chains into a strategic advantage—advancing our mission to make the world a safer and more transparent place to succeed. Our AI platform, 1Exiger, delivers instant visibility into complex supplier ecosystems, leveraging proprietary data and advanced AI to surface risk, automate compliance, and unlock efficiencies and cost savings to strengthen long‑term resilience. Trusted by 550+ global customers—including Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies—Exiger is a recognized, award‑winning leader in supply chain AI and a FedRAMP authorized provider to the federal government.
Director, Security (FSO) - Cleared Programs Location: Huntsville, AL
Work Environment: On‑Site
Role Summary: Exiger is seeking a Director, Security (FSO) to lead and scale the security function for a highly strategic, federally aligned program. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, this individual will serve as the senior security authority responsible for establishing, governing, and operating a multi‑site classified security program, including a primary SCIF environment in Huntsville and a secondary SCIF presence in Northern Virginia. This role blends hands‑on execution with program‑level leadership, ensuring compliance with NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and customer directives while enabling rapid mission execution in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.
What You’ll Do:
Serve as the senior leader responsible for all security and industrial security matters across the program
Lead compliance with NISPOM, DCSA requirements, ICDs, and contract‑specific security obligations
Establish and operate a multi‑site security model, including oversight of SCIF environments in Huntsville and governance of a secondary SCIF location in Northern Virginia
Deputize and manage a cleared team member to support day‑to‑day operations at the Northern Virginia site
Lead preparation for and response to DCSA inspections, audits, and security reviews, ensuring continuous audit readiness
Own personnel security processes including clearance sponsorship, onboarding, indoctrination, debriefing, and continuous evaluation
Ensure proper execution of DD254 requirements, visit authorizations, access controls, and classified material handling procedures
Serve as the senior advisor on insider threat program execution and reporting
Partner with program leadership, government stakeholders, and security officials to enable compliant, efficient mission delivery
Provide security input into facility stand‑up, program onboarding, and operational planning efforts
Develop and maintain security policies, SOPs, training programs, and governance structures
Drive consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement across security processes and workflows
What You Need:
Demonstrated experience leading industrial security or cleared security programs within federal, defense, or intelligence environments
Deep knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and classified information handling procedures
Experience managing SCIF environments and multi‑site security operations
Strong understanding of personnel security systems and processes (e.g., DISS, NBIS)
Proven experience leading DCSA audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
Ability to operate as both a strategic leader and hands‑on operator in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior government stakeholders and internal leadership
Active TS/SCI clearance required; TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph strongly preferred
Professional Experience Required:
5+ years of experience in industrial security, facility security, or related roles
Experience working within DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal contractor environments
Prior experience supporting classified programs and secure facilities is strongly preferred
Experience establishing or scaling security operations for new facilities is a plus
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Certifications (Preferred):
FSO Certification (CDSE or equivalent)
Insider Threat Program training
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or equivalent
Benefits and Role Advantages:
High‑performance culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence
Discretionary Time Off for all employees, with no maximum limits on time off
Industry‑leading health, vision, and dental benefits
Competitive compensation package
16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Flexible hybrid approach to working from home and in the office where applicable
Focus on wellness and employee health through stipends and dedicated wellness programming
Purposeful career development programs with reimbursement provided for educational certifications
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Exiger's hybrid work policy is periodically reviewed and adjusted to align with evolving business needs.
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Director, Security (FSO) - Cleared Programs Location: Huntsville, AL
Work Environment: On‑Site
Role Summary: Exiger is seeking a Director, Security (FSO) to lead and scale the security function for a highly strategic, federally aligned program. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, this individual will serve as the senior security authority responsible for establishing, governing, and operating a multi‑site classified security program, including a primary SCIF environment in Huntsville and a secondary SCIF presence in Northern Virginia. This role blends hands‑on execution with program‑level leadership, ensuring compliance with NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and customer directives while enabling rapid mission execution in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.
What You’ll Do:
Serve as the senior leader responsible for all security and industrial security matters across the program
Lead compliance with NISPOM, DCSA requirements, ICDs, and contract‑specific security obligations
Establish and operate a multi‑site security model, including oversight of SCIF environments in Huntsville and governance of a secondary SCIF location in Northern Virginia
Deputize and manage a cleared team member to support day‑to‑day operations at the Northern Virginia site
Lead preparation for and response to DCSA inspections, audits, and security reviews, ensuring continuous audit readiness
Own personnel security processes including clearance sponsorship, onboarding, indoctrination, debriefing, and continuous evaluation
Ensure proper execution of DD254 requirements, visit authorizations, access controls, and classified material handling procedures
Serve as the senior advisor on insider threat program execution and reporting
Partner with program leadership, government stakeholders, and security officials to enable compliant, efficient mission delivery
Provide security input into facility stand‑up, program onboarding, and operational planning efforts
Develop and maintain security policies, SOPs, training programs, and governance structures
Drive consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement across security processes and workflows
What You Need:
Demonstrated experience leading industrial security or cleared security programs within federal, defense, or intelligence environments
Deep knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and classified information handling procedures
Experience managing SCIF environments and multi‑site security operations
Strong understanding of personnel security systems and processes (e.g., DISS, NBIS)
Proven experience leading DCSA audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
Ability to operate as both a strategic leader and hands‑on operator in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior government stakeholders and internal leadership
Active TS/SCI clearance required; TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph strongly preferred
Professional Experience Required:
5+ years of experience in industrial security, facility security, or related roles
Experience working within DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal contractor environments
Prior experience supporting classified programs and secure facilities is strongly preferred
Experience establishing or scaling security operations for new facilities is a plus
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Certifications (Preferred):
FSO Certification (CDSE or equivalent)
Insider Threat Program training
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or equivalent
Benefits and Role Advantages:
High‑performance culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence
Discretionary Time Off for all employees, with no maximum limits on time off
Industry‑leading health, vision, and dental benefits
Competitive compensation package
16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Flexible hybrid approach to working from home and in the office where applicable
Focus on wellness and employee health through stipends and dedicated wellness programming
Purposeful career development programs with reimbursement provided for educational certifications
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Exiger's hybrid work policy is periodically reviewed and adjusted to align with evolving business needs.
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