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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Blue Origin, LLC. is a privately owned aerospace company developing technologies that will establish an enduring human presence in space. We are in search of a positive, high energy, motivated individual to fulfill a Physical Security Specialist role and become an integral part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team. The successful candidate will join our team of security professionals. The Security team is responsible for all aspects of security operations – physical security, threat management and investigations, in addition to performing other duties in support of Florida site operations. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently, be highly technically ambitious, resolve unforeseen situations efficiently and with common sense, and have excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Physical Security Specialist will coordinate and complete security administrative tasks, including but not limited to:

• Conduct digital forensic reviews and access requests for internal investigations

• Direct on-site and off-site location security risk assessments and oversee physical security equipment placement and installation

• Serve as the convoy security coordinator for all oversized strategic items moving to/from L36 and other locations within the Florida footprint (Manufacturing Complex, Port Canaveral, etc).

• Coordinate and facilitate security requirements for long-haul transports/movements of strategic items moving to Florida facilities, to include engines and other vital hardware and components.

• Serve as the secondary coordinator for DBIDS Badges for access to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Prepare forms, review for accuracy, and transmit to CCSFS Pass & ID Office. In addition, manage oversight of current DBIDS badges to include reminders to expiring badge holders, recovery of badges from departing personnel, and interaction with Blue hosts requesting contractor access.

• Oversee parking and traffic enforcement operations

• Serve as a security liaison with the Florida Administrative Team. These duties will include assisting with overseeing badge issuance and recovery, VIP visitor assistance, and assistance with access control.

• Work directly with the Facilities Operations Team to provide support to parking management. In addition, support the key & lock program and act as the liaison between security and facilities for key, lock, and gate management issues and requirements.

• Assist with documentation of Security incidents. This includes any Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Facilities, or HR incidents with a security nexus.

• As directed, support security launch operations at Launch Complex 36 and our Texas site

• Create, draft, edit, and prepare reports, project meeting notes, presentations, spreadsheets, and documents.

• Contribute to New Glenn program success by providing general operations support and accomplishing related duties on an as needed basis.

Required Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth!

• Associate degree or equivalent (military/law enforcement/security) experience

• Functional experience in Physical Security – guard force operations, security technology (access control/CCTV/alarms) with a broad technical aptitude

• Functional experience in Threat Management – critical incident management, command post operations and technology, and threat assessments

• Functional experience in Investigations – criminal (fraud, theft, etc.) and administrative (employee misconduct). Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization

• Possess a valid driver’s license

• Possess or can obtain a DBIDS

• Strong written and verbal communications skills

• Liaison with Federal, State, and Local first responders

• Ability to flourish in an environment with multiple and shifting priorities

• Demonstrated strong time management and multi-tasking skills

• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, resolution, and follow through skills

• Proven skills managing subcontractors and vendors successfully

• Strong competency in all Microsoft office applications

• Ability to flex schedule and occasionally work evenings or weekends as needed

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Government, Military, Law Enforcement and/or Corporate Security experience

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Top Secret security clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in security, business, administration, or related field.

• Experience with SAP, Personnel Security, OSINT, OPSEC, COMSEC, INFOSEC

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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