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Lead Security Officer

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Last seen by MeritLog September 9, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 9, 2026.

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Job details

Work model
On-site
Salary
Not listed by source
Location
Starbase, TX

Hiring context

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

  • Security strategy: Conduct risk assessments and support the development of security policies and emergency response plans
  • Access control and technology management: Manage access control system, user/group credentialing and strategy, protocols, and monthly audits in conjunction with security technology professionals
  • Investigations: Lead investigations into breaches, thefts, and security incidents
  • Loss Prevention: Lead and manage all Loss Prevention activities, including theft deterrence strategy, loss trend analysis, and audits
  • Physical security: Lead physical security strategy and operations, including camera coverage, shared space patrols, gated entry monitoring, and tailgating prevention
  • Conduct audits of high-risk areas and contractor access
  • Serve as the approachable point of contact for resident security and community relations matters
  • Collaborate with Leasing, Hotel, Events, and Hospitality teams to integrate security with operations
  • Establish and maintain security standards for residents and hotel guests across the city of Starbase
  • Function as liaison with law enforcement, community leaders, and key stakeholders

What they're asking for

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificateEducation
  • 5+ years of experience in loss prevention, corporate security, law enforcement, or physical securityExperience
  • Bachelor’s or advanced degreeEducationPreferred
  • Advanced experience with access control systems and key management systemsSkillPreferred
  • Documented small unit leadership experienceSkillPreferred
  • Strong investigative and report-writing skillsSkillPreferred
  • Experience working in an industrial or residential security environmentSkillPreferred
  • Experience instructing security tactics, operations, and proceduresSkillPreferred
  • Experience working in residential, hospitality, or mixed-use communitiesSkillPreferred
  • History of critical incident handling experienceSkillPreferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication skillsSkillPreferred
  • Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)SkillPreferred
  • An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflightSkillPreferred
  • Loss Prevention experience in a hospitality or retail environmentSkillPreferred
  • Availability to work any schedule needed, to include overtime, nights, weekends and rotatingSkillPreferred
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone licenseCredentialPreferred
  • Position is subject to enhanced pre-employment screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol testSkillPreferred
  • Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testingSkillPreferred
  • Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periodsSkillPreferred
  • Willingness to travel up to 15% of time in support of SpaceX Security requirements should the need ariseSkillPreferred

Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. LEAD SECURITY OFFICER This Lead Security Officer (Spaceport Loss Prevention) is a first-of-its-kind role – a dedicated security professional who leads security strategy, access control and technology mgmt., investigations, loss prevention, physical security, access control, and community-focused security efforts for the residential city of Starbase. This role will require strong leadership, investigative ability, and the capacity to balance security needs within a residential and hospitality-focused community. The role will be a fully integrated member of the Security Organization but work day-to-day with cross-functional partners in Spaceport (residential, hospitality, and leasing). RESPONSIBILITIES: • Security strategy: Conduct risk assessments and support the development of security policies and emergency response plans • Access control and technology management: Manage access control system, user/group credentialing and strategy, protocols, and monthly audits in conjunction with security technology professionals • Investigations: Lead investigations into breaches, thefts, and security incidents • Loss Prevention: Lead and manage all Loss Prevention activities, including theft deterrence strategy, loss trend analysis, and audits • Physical security: Lead physical security strategy and operations, including camera coverage, shared space patrols, gated entry monitoring, and tailgating prevention • Conduct audits of high-risk areas and contractor access • Serve as the approachable point of contact for resident security and community relations matters • Collaborate with Leasing, Hotel, Events, and Hospitality teams to integrate security with operations • Establish and maintain security standards for residents and hotel guests across the city of Starbase • Function as liaison with law enforcement, community leaders, and key stakeholders BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalency certificate • 5+ years of experience in loss prevention, corporate security, law enforcement, or physical security PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s or advanced degree • Advanced experience with access control systems and key management systems • Documented small unit leadership experience • Strong investigative and report-writing skills • Experience working in an industrial or residential security environment • Experience instructing security tactics, operations, and procedures • Experience working in residential, hospitality, or mixed-use communities • History of critical incident handling experience • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s) • An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflight • Loss Prevention experience in a hospitality or retail environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Availability to work any schedule needed, to include overtime, nights, weekends and rotating • Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license • Position is subject to enhanced pre-employment screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test • Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing • Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods • Willingness to travel up to 15% of time in support of SpaceX Security requirements should the need arise • Valid driver’s license • Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license • Eligible for a US Government security clearance • Ability to effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain ITAR REQUIREMENTS: • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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