General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

Security Officer I (FSO)

Job Locations US-FL-Niceville
Requisition ID
2025-34784
Position Type
Full Time
Position Classification
On-Site
Job Function
Administrative Services

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Protects the organization's employees, properties and all items of value on premises from any preventable harm or danger | Develops security policies and procedures that comply with government guidelines and standards | Conducts investigations to protect organization assets | Responds to contingency events, including bomb threats, sabotage and severe weather conditions through on-site security force or with the assistance of government law enforcement agencies | Recommends hiring of outside security contractors as necessary and may oversee contract guard force | Responsibilities are within the Security Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.
This role will assume responsibility as required for all Facility Security Operations and Facility Maintenance needs.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

  • Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline
  • Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
  • Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles
  • Entry level to a professional career progression
  • Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

  • Manages security protocols and ensures they are followed for the protection of the organization's property, assets, and people.
  • Maintains and may implement safety and security protocols for assigned facilities.
  • Managing the coordination and administration of security clearances.
  • Ensures processes are in place for preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, and evicting trespassers.
  • Review and/ or respond to requests for safety/security assistance from employees.
  • May coordinate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary.
  • Takes proactive steps and assesses risks to ensure a safe and secure working environment to staff and visitors.
  • Leads the investigation of crimes with leadership support.
  • May conduct educational activities related to safety and crime prevention.
  • Assigns or oversees the daily workflow, schedules, and assignments of security staff including security guards.
  • Provides specialized security for and monitors access to limited and restricted access areas.
  • May also act as a liaison between site security and IT to ensure proper access is maintained for high security areas.

Required Qualifications

  • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
  • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
  • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Decision-making skills. Oral and written communication skills. Problem/situation analysis. Judgement. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Attentiveness.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
  • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
  • Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
  • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
  • This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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