Posted May 21, 2026
ABOUT NOOKS
Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service (CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s warfighters. At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset. ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Space Component Security Specialist serves as a dedicated security advisor providing direct, on-site support toSpace Component Commands. Operating within the Integrated Security Enterprise (ISE) framework, your primary mission is to ensure the security of theater-specific space operations. Secondarily, you will act as a critical link to headquarters-based security discipline experts by collecting operational data and providing field insights that inform the development of new security policies, processes, and digital products. Each role is aligned with a specific geographic theater - this opening will be on-site at the following location and aligned to the following theater:
Vandenberg SFB, CA: Supporting INDOPAC operations. #### KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Command Support: Serve as the primary security point of contact for Space Component Command leadership and staff to ensure mission-critical assets are protected. - Data Collection & Reporting: Gather field-level data and operational metrics to provide security discipline experts with the information needed to refine ISE policies and digital tools. - Physical Security:
Experience: 5–8 years of professional experience in government or industrial security, specifically supporting DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) programs. - Security Breadth: Must possess broad, hands-on experience across two of the three security disciplines, including Physical Security (PHYSEC), alongside: Personnel Security (PERSEC), and/or Industrial Security (INDUSEC); Information Security (INFOSEC) experience is “nice to have.”
Physical Security Depth:
Must possess and maintain an Active TS/SCI eligibility clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidates must be capable of maintaining eligibility up to the Top Secret/SCI level within 45 days of hire. - Space Domain Knowledge: Proven understanding of the unique security requirements associated with space systems and ground stations. - Information Management: Ability to accurately collect, analyze, and report technical security data to remote expert teams. - Education: Bachelor’s degree in National Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree). - Travel: Up to 10%. Preferred:
Experience in Information Security (INFOSEC) and professional certifications such as SFPC, SPSC, or CISSP. Salary Range for all departments
Salary Range
$150,000—$170,000 USD
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