Head of Physical Security at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, Satellite CommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years previous law enforcement experience in a congested urban environment or prior military service in an advanced operational capacity
Must have an ACTIVE TS/SCI Clearance
Must be a Certified COMSEC Custodian [KMI]
Extensive experience in preventing illegal activity and performing access control procedures
In-depth knowledge of security procedures and electronic surveillance equipment
Knowledge of local security industry regulations
Advanced ability to coordinate responses to security breaches and threats
Superb management and organizational abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Availability to respond to security situations outside of business hours
Must be here in our San Francisco office five days per week

Responsibilities

Collaborating with senior leadership to identify physical and electronic security needs of the facility
Planning and implementing comprehensive security programs and strategies including emergency action response, incident reporting, and company wide safety training
Supervising, developing work schedules, allocating tasks, and monitoring the performance of contracted physical security personnel
Respond quickly in any emergency situation up to and including the use of physical force to re-establish a safe environment for all Astranis employees
Develop, train, and communicate emergency evacuation procedures to all employees and conduct safety drills and training as required
Personally responsible for establishing and performing recurring daily/hourly patrol routes throughout the facility
Report into the office after hours and on holidays when necessary to respond to or facilitate security operations
Gathering relevant intelligence from local sources and implementing preventative measures
Preparing electronic surveillance equipment maintenance schedules and facilitating repairs in a timely manner, including all physical access control points and security badge readers
Keep abreast of new technologies and advancements in security services
Ensure compliance with all company policies, industry standard local security guidelines, and all other applicable laws of the United States, State of California, and City of San Francisco

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Physical SecurityElectronic SecuritySurveillanceDe-escalationIntervention TechniquesSecurity PoliciesBudget ManagementVendor ManagementStaff SupervisionEmergency ResponseIncident ReportingSafety Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or does it require on-site work?

The role requires on-site presence at the company's headquarters in Northern California, including personal responsibility for daily/hourly patrols, reporting to the office after hours and on holidays, and supervising on-site contracted security staff.

What key skills and experience are required for the Head of Physical Security role?

Candidates need extensive knowledge of surveillance, de-escalation, and intervention techniques, experience in a similar role, and the ability to respond quickly in emergencies including the use of physical force.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the work environment look like at Astranis?

Astranis operates from a 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California with a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs, focusing on building advanced satellites in a high-stakes environment requiring rapid emergency response.

What makes a strong candidate for the Head of Physical Security position?

A strong candidate has an extensive background in security leading to a safe environment, experience supervising contracted staff, developing policies, managing budgets, and hands-on involvement in patrols and emergency responses.

Astranis

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

About Astranis

Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit, focusing on providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide without access. The company designs, manufactures, and operates low-cost telecommunications satellites, offering bandwidth-as-a-service to commercial and government customers. This approach allows Astranis to deliver services at a lower cost than traditional providers, making it appealing for reaching new markets. With over $1 billion in satellite services sold in the past two years and plans for additional satellite launches, Astranis is positioned for growth. The company's goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved populations globally.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$587.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

An equity stake in the company.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Unlimited vacation days.

Healthy, delicious, free lunch catered in every day.

Complementary OneMedical membership.

Great office chairs, stand-up desks, and a machine shop.

Reimbursement to spend on commuting from outside SF

Generous, fully-paid parental leave.

Risks

Competition from SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper may impact market share.

Continuous R&D investment needed due to rapid technological advancements in satellite tech.

Regulatory challenges in obtaining spectrum licenses could delay satellite deployments.

Differentiation

Astranis offers low-cost satellite solutions for underserved regions, expanding internet access.

The company provides bandwidth-as-a-service, reducing costs for commercial and government clients.

Astranis designs, manufactures, and operates its own satellites, ensuring end-to-end service control.

Upsides

Astranis plans to launch 100 MicroGEO satellites by 2030, increasing market share.

Partnership with Xona Space Systems enhances reputation in the defense sector.

$50 million investment from NTT Docomo Ventures indicates strong investor confidence.

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