Security Manager & Facility Security Officer

Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best-in-class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.

With four shipyards for maintenance and modernization and one for fabrication, including the largest floating dry dock in the western hemisphere, our more than 2,000 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the word-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security.

Where We Are – Marine Fabrication

Vancouver, Washington is surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains and is a top destination for outdoor lovers. It has a mild climate with four seasons. Its mild winters and warm summers make it an attractive city in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver is more affordable city than its neighbors, Portland and Seattle and has no state income tax. It is a vibrant city full of restaurants, shops and parks, and is known for its walkability, historic charm and family friendly neighborhoods. Vancouver has garnered many awards including Livability’s “Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025 and 2023” and Niche’s 2025 rankings include Vancouver on several lists including Best City for Outdoor Activities, a Healthiest Place to Live in America and several others. Healthcare is the city’s largest employer, followed by manufacturing and technology.

PAY RANGE: $129,000 – 145,000

Position Summary

The Security Manager / Facility Security Officer has primary responsibility for leading the Vigor Works Security team in the planning, development and execution of security activities to ensure company policies and procedures are compliant with customer and government requirements for the protection of personnel, property and information. The Security Manager / Facility Security Officer will drive program specific security initiatives improving the company’s overall security posture. Primary liaison with management and customers regarding security requirements to ensure compliance with applicable customer or state/federal regulations, requiring strong ability to communicate within all levels of the organization.

Essential Functions And Major Responsibilities

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities)

• Lives Vigor Values every day.
• Provides leadership and coordinates the activities of the Vigor Works security team to include hiring, training, developing, cross-training, coaching, evaluating, disciplining, and recommending personnel actions in accordance with company policies.
• Responsible for 24/7 Security operations at the Vigor Works Vancouver facilities. Engages and coordinates security activities with other Security department members for other facilities were Vigor Works personnel are assigned.
• Serve as the Facility Security Officer of Vigor Works LLC, and directs NISP activities for applicable security programs and regulatory requirements, to include ITAR/Export compliance
• Provide administration and oversight of 32 CFR Part 117, the “NISPOM” directed requirements, to include developing and maintaining Standard Practice and Procedures (SPP), and management of FCL requirements
• Provide administration and oversight of COMSEC account, and compliance with applicable NSA regulations
• Supports the Director, Industrial Security in the implementation and administration of FOCI compliance activities applicable to NISP imposed requirements for mitigated companies
• Establish and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with Vigor Works corporate strategic plan and executive leadership to safeguard the organization’s personnel and assets, including intellectual property and trade secrets
• Oversees policy implementation in accordance with Vigor Works, Security and Project / Program Manager’s intent; Ensures application and enforcement of governing corporate, project / program, and client policies, rules and regulations related to all security activities.
• Interprets DoD policies and disseminates customer driven security directives to program personnel.
• Develop project specific security programs and oversees implementation.
• Act as an advocate for the security program, using sound communication expertise and work with senior level managers to accomplish program specific activities, identifies deficiencies, develops and implements corrective actions.
• Manage facility security functions, to include access control, badging, daily security activities, and oversight of contract security service provider.
• Responsible for security operations and equipment requirements for Vigor Works facilities including assisting in the development of the annual operating budget; the operations and maintenance of security equipment.
• Conduct frequent reviews and audits to validate all security standards and policies are met and upheld.
• Maintain relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, and other related government agencies, escalate or manage security issues or emergency situations.
• Monitor security conditions, known or suspected threats, and conduct ongoing analysis of data received from both external and internal sources, and advise on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Assists with incident response planning as well as the investigation of security incidents, and assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such incidents as necessary.
• Leads facility threat management processes and coordinates response with Operations, Safety, HR, and others as necessary.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Scope

This position operates within general parameters of the business unit, but requires a self-motivated candidate that is capable of working in an independent or team environment with minimal direction. The candidate must possess the confidence to make critical security decisions concerning high value contracts and to implement security procedures that will prevent unauthorized access to company facilities or information. The candidate will be required to conduct security self-inspections, apply risk mitigation methodologies, support customer assessments, develop and executes security activities to ensure company policies and procedures are compliant with customer and government requirements for the protection of information and personnel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: The individual supervises the Fabrication security team to include contract security personnel supporting facility physical security activities. May supervise additional direct reports depending on business need.

Interpersonal Contacts

This position coordinates his/her efforts with directors, managers, supervisors at several levels in the business unit, with extensive interactions outside this group. The position represents Vigor Works through formal and informal interactions with customers, government entities, law enforcement and multiple vendors and subcontractors.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Ability to problem solve, multi-task, prioritize duties and assignments, and monitor all aspects of a security program including but not limited to; personnel security, physical security, information security procedures.
• Knowledge of proper handling of Sensitive Security Information (SSI), Personal Identifiable Information (PII), Export controlled information, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Classified information and other DoD controlled materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 the “NISPOM” and various DoD security directives and regulations to include DoD 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information, and ITAR/Export compliance.
• Strong computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office suite and OnGuard (Lenel).
• Excellent written communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to include working with customers, employees, management, and security personnel.
• Proficient knowledge of Government contracting including FAR and DFAR clauses.
• Experience establishing, building and maintaining complex internal and external customer relationships specifically working with a Defense Contracting Officer.
• Ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority, time sensitive projects.
• Ability to schedule, direct and organize work within a diverse department and coordinate work with other departments to maintain efficiency.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Some program travel may be required.
  
  

Requirements

• Experience dealing directly with Federal government agencies
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Personnel Security Clearance
• Ability to do local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 20% of the time with notice
  
  

Education And/Or Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of Industrial Security experience of on the job security management, preferably in a defense industrial base entity, government or other related security field.
• Degree preferred, but not required
  
  

Certificates, Licenses And Registrations

• Certificate of Completion of FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities from the Center for Development of Security Excellence
• Certified Industrial Security Professional (ISP), Personal Protection Professional (CPP) certification, or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification (Preferred but not required)
  
  

Physical Demands

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate noise. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 20% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

While in production areas, the individual will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dust and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth

Responsibility: We act on what we know is right

Evolution : We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world

Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical

RX

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

LTD

STD

EAP

Discretionary bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)

10 paid holidays

PTO

401(k)

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.