Staff International Security Specialist

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.


Job Description:

The International Security Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive security programs supporting global operations. This role integrates Personnel Security (PERSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), Communications Security (COMSEC), Cyber Security, and Information Security (INFOSEC) to ensure the protection of personnel, assets, information, and infrastructure across international environments.

The ideal candidate will operate in dynamic, high-risk environments and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations, international standards, and organizational security policies.

What you'll do:

Personnel Security (PERSEC):

• Administer and manage personnel security programs, including background verifications, clearances, and access controls
• Conduct risk assessments related to insider threats and implement mitigation strategies
• Support onboarding/offboarding security procedures and briefings

Physical Security (PHYSEC):

• Develop and oversee physical security plans for international facilities and operations
• Conduct site surveys, vulnerability assessments, and recommend security enhancements
• Coordinate access control systems, surveillance, and guard force operations

Communications Security (COMSEC):

• Manage secure communications systems and ensure proper handling of cryptographic materials
• Ensure compliance with COMSEC policies, procedures, and accountability requirements
• Coordinate with technical teams to safeguard communication channels

Cyber Security:

• Support cybersecurity initiatives aligned with organizational and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
• Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber risks across international operations
• Partner with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations, monitoring, and incident response

Information Security (INFOSEC):

• Develop and enforce policies for safeguarding sensitive and classified information
• Conduct information security training and awareness programs
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including data breaches or compromise

Cross-Functional & Operational Duties:

• Ensure compliance with U.S. and host-nation security regulations
• Provide security guidance to international teams and leadership
• Support audits, inspections, and accreditation processes
• Travel internationally as required to support operations

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in security studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in one or more security disciplines (PERSEC, PHYSEC, COMSEC, Cyber, INFOSEC), preferably in an international environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. government security frameworks and standards (e.g., NISPOM, NIST, DoD directives)
• Experience conducting risk assessments, security audits, and incident response
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (e.g., Secret or Top Secret, as required)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel domestic and/or internationally 50% of the time, including to austere or high-risk environments.
• This role is primarily and onsite role and will be based in Frisco, TX

Preferred qualifications:

• Active U.S. security clearance
• Experience supporting overseas or contingency operations
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CPP, PSP, or Security+ or equivalent
• Familiarity with COMSEC accountability systems and cryptographic key management
• Knowledge of international security regulations and host-nation compliance requirements
• Experience working in defense, intelligence, or government contracting environments
• Foreign language proficiency relevant to operational regions
• Experience integrating multiple security disciplines into a unified security program

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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