Job brief: Lead Security Officer - Memphis

SpaceX · Memphis, TN · facts as of 2026-11-07. Anyone can open this page; no account needed.

Is it still open? · Checked by JoRoute

Still listed. JoRoute saw it on SpaceX's own job board 3 hours ago; the employer first posted it on 2026-07-09.

What JoRoute checked · Checked by JoRoute

  • Listed on SpaceX's own job board. JoRoute does not take listings from job ads or recruiters.
  • First seen by JoRoute 2026-11-04 (3 days ago); last confirmed on the board 2026-11-07.
  • The apply link opens boards.greenhouse.io, the address SpaceX's board gives for this job.
  • No other listing with this title and place on this board in the last 90 days.
  • No layoff notices (WARN) under this name in the state files JoRoute reads.

What the listing says · Employer's own words, not checked

  • Pay: Not published
  • Job type: Not stated
  • Where: Memphis, TN
  • Posted: 2026-07-09 · over 60 days ago

What the job asks · Employer's own words, not checked

Level: Lead / staff. The title says "Lead".

Must have

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 5+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security realm.
  • 1+ years of experience with executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as security management, criminology, or international relations.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license.

Conditions

  • The Lead Security Officer is an elite security professional who performs advanced physical security assessments and threat simulations to test the defenses of SpaceX facilities an…
  • This role requires a unique blend of physical security expertise, tactical training, and analytical skills, with the ability to make split-second decisions in high-stress environm…
  • Conduct research and analysis to identify potential threats to SpaceX facilities and assets, including insider threats, terrorism, and cyber-physical attacks.
  • Maintain a high level of physical fitness and proficiency in tactical skills, including firearms, hand-to-hand combat, and tactical driving.

Main duties

  • Red Team Operations:
  • Conduct physical security assessments and penetration testing of SpaceX facilities, including buildings, data centers, and other critical infrastructure.
  • Develop and execute complex threat scenarios to test the effectiveness of security measures, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
  • Collaborate with security teams to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Provide rapid response capabilities to support security incidents, including but not limited to, intrusions, breaches, or other high-risk situations.

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How it compares · Compared by JoRoute from listings

  • Typical listed pay for security jobs in Tennessee: $58k a year (5 listings, 2 employers). This listing does not publish pay to compare.
  • Across SpaceX's 2,896 open listings, 59% of those with a posting date were first posted more than 60 days ago. How SpaceX hires

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