Facilities Operations Coordinator/AFSO

Job Descriptions:

Kratos is looking for a Facilities Operations Coordinator/AFSO to work onsite at its corporate office in San Diego, CA.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:The Facilities Operations Coordinator/Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO) supports facility operations, administrative functions, and the company’s industrial security program at the corporate office. This role serves as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and building management and balances front?desk, facilities, and security?related responsibilities. This position requires active top secret clearance.

The Facilities Operations Coordinator/AFSO also supports the Corporate FSO in implementing security processes to protect classified information, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives, Executive Orders, and applicable DoD regulations.

This is a full-time, on-site position at our San Diego, CA office.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Facilities Operations Coordinator:• Coordinate day-to-day facility operations, including office services, maintenance requests, building access, supplies, and vendor coordination. • Serve as the professional first point of contact for employees and visitors while maintaining an organized and welcoming reception area.• Greet and assist visitors while following established access-control and security procedures.• Maintain visitor logs and coordinate visitor access and escorts in accordance with company security procedures.• Monitor facility conditions, coordinate repairs and maintenance, and escalate facility issues to the appropriate management when needed. • Assist with office moves, space planning, furniture/equipment coordination, and workplace projects.• Manage office and facility supplies and coordinate replenishment as needed.• Support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and facility safety procedures.

Alternate Facility Security Officer:• Assist the Corporate FSO in establishing, maintaining, updating, and operating a comprehensive security program with strict compliance with US government and company security policies, processes, and procedures. • Administer the day-to-day security operations of the San Diego facility industrial security program with oversight from the FSO, as well as multiple offsite locations.• Provide initial security training, special access briefings, annual refresher briefings and debriefings.• Track and submit appropriate reporting of Security Executive Agent Directive 3 (SEAD3) requirements (ex: pre/post foreign travel).• Support the physical security of the facility; badging, perimeter checks, signage, visitor and visit request processing, access control and onsite security activities. Able to be the primary response to after-hours alarms and emergency conditions.• Support internal self-inspections, prepare for DCSA assessments, and assist with security reviews and corrective action plans.• Work closely with internal teams, government customers, and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) representatives as needed.• Serve as the COMSEC Account Manager, managing secure equipment and keying material, enforcing COMSEC requirements, training personnel, conducting inspections, and providing ongoing support.• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Skills and Specifications:• Working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to efficiently manage multiple security tasks simultaneously.• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.• Demonstrated professionalism with the ability to handle sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality.• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including SharePoint.• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Qualifications:• Active Top Secret clearance.• Bachelor's degree in related field or High School Diploma or equivalency with minimum of 4 years relevant experience in industrial security or related field.• Completion of CDSE FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities, or the ability to complete within 6 months of hire.• Strong time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to act independently and provide focused solutions.• Able to climb ladders for physical security checks and lift packages as needed.• Must have a valid California DL and clean driving record, ability to drive manual transmission a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:• Office environment• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

#LI-BI1KratosSalary range:$74K-$85K

Keyword: Facilities Operations Coordinator

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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