Physical Security Emerging Technology Lead / FL or TX
Grand Prairie, Texas & Additional Locations
Grand Prairie, Texas; Orlando, Florida
Job Responsibilities
Description:
You will be the Physical Security Emerging Technology Lead for the Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) Security team. Our team is responsible for managing core security platforms, ensuring compliance, and driving physical security strategy across the business area.
What You Will Be Doing
Lockheed Martin MFC Physical Security Emerging Technology Lead is the subject matter expert and chief systems administrator for the business’s core security platforms—access control, video management, and intrusion detection, among many others. You will ensure that enterprise security standards are consistently applied and effectively integrated across every MFC site. You will also oversee high visibility corporate-wide projects to introduce large scale emerging technology and systems, consolidate and streamline current operations, and keep pace with the business’ multi-billion dollar investment in facilities master planning. Success will look like ensuring MFC Security operations and capabilities are compliant, standardized, optimized, and ahead of evolving threats.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead daily security operations and large‑scale tech programs, define the emerging‑technology roadmap, and pilot innovative solutions.
- Mentor and train junior team members while advancing knowledge‑transfer curricula.
- Drive audit‑readiness programs and ensure 100 % compliance with UL/32 CFR Part 117 and NISPOM.
- Oversee multi‑million‑dollar security‑maintenance contracts and vendor performance.
- Be the hub, integrator, and trusted advisor that connects Security, Facilities, Maintenance, ESH, and Programs to ensure requirements are identified, translated clearly, and delivered consistently IAW Standard Operating Procedures.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise in physical security systems and a passion for innovative technology. This role offers high visibility, the ability to influence enterprise‑wide security posture, and the chance to work on multi‑billion‑dollar facility initiatives.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is located in Orlando, FL or Dallas, TX. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Basic Qualifications:
• U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance. This position also requires an Enhanced Security Review.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise/certifications on access control, video management (and AI driven video analytics), alarm systems, and leading or integrating security requirements into large scale engineering and construction projects
• Demonstrate familiarity and experience with security operations centers and proven experience deploying new and emerging technologies
• Strong self‑starter mindset; ability to manage 5+ concurrent projects while displaying unmatched ownership of them.
• Willingness to work onsite in a hybrid model, travel occasionally, perform on call duties in support of 24/7/365 operations, and the flexibility to occasionally work long hours to meet business needs.
Desired Skills:
• Defense, intelligence, or security‑industry background
• Certifications: FSO, GSA Safe & Vault Technician (or related), PMP (or equivalent), Lean Six Sigma/Kaizen
• Physical Security Technology: Deep experience supporting access control, video management, intrusion detection systems, or other enterprise security technology
• Contract Management: Deep experience and familiarity with VARs, security technology companies and products, vendor management, negotiation skills, maintenance contracts, being a contract monitor, writing and evaluating Statements of Work, RFIs and RFPs, validating billing/invoices/quotes
• Data Analysis Tools: Experience with data analysis and visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Project Management: Deep experience managing budgets, invoicing, forecasting, schedules, metrics, Key Performance Indicators
• Design Review: Experience participating in construction design review processes
• Familiarity with UL, NISPOM, and DCSA construction requirements
• Influence: Proven ability to lead diverse, multi‑disciplinary teams; strong oral and written communication at the executive level; skilled persuader of senior stakeholders and peers outside of your organization; ability to communicate complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Analytical Thinking: Capability to translate complex technical/security requirements into clear, actionable project deliverables.
• Innovation: Track record of evaluating and implementing emerging security technologies.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated success partnering with government customers, internal program offices, and external auditors.
• Serve on corporate working & advisory groups
• Lead emerging security technologies, studying their impact, building effective relationships with peers both inside and outside of the defense industrial base as we implement “best of breed” solutions. Piloting new technology and continuing to push the boundaries to enable the business in an acceleration-focused environment
• Familiarity of the following IT concepts helps partner with Information Technology, Networking, and Corporate Information Security in an effective way: Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FEDRAMP), vulnerability scans/mitigations, isoLANs, VLANS, firmware, monthly patches on systems, system auditing, server management and OS hardening, bandwidth, digital certificates
• Partner with new construction to build collateral open storage areas, associated design reviews, UL oversight, and DCSA compliance.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Security
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
