Chief Security Officer (CSO), Security & Classified Operations

The Company is seeking a Chief Security Officer to lead its security and classified operations organization and provide the capabilities needed to support sensitive research. The role sets strategy and priorities, oversees classified facilities, systems, computing, and security programs, and ensures compliance with applicable government requirements. The executive will manage security risks and incidents, maintain facility and system authorizations, and serve as the principal liaison with government security stakeholders. Responsibilities also include advancing secure computing capabilities, including AI, strengthening service-oriented partnerships with researchers, and leading staffing, professional development, budgets, emergency preparedness, and business continuity. Candidates should bring at least 10 years of progressively responsible security, classified support, or IT experience, including five or more years in management and leadership experience spanning classified security and IT; 15 years is preferred. They should have deep knowledge of government security regulations and classified operations, along with broad IT expertise, including system authorization, cloud, and AI, and a record of building effective teams, leading change, managing budgets, and communicating with senior stakeholders. An active, transferable Top Secret clearance with SCI access and eligibility for SAP access are required. An advanced degree and relevant professional certification or industry-group membership are advantageous.