Security Supervisor, Facility Security Officer

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

Come break through with us.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

The position is primarily responsible for site security supervisor duties and will also serve as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) for the cleared facility. Approximately one third of the position is expected to support FSO and classified-program responsibilities; workload may vary based on classified contract activity, inspections, incidents, and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise Corning and contract security officers: performance, training, assignments, and accountability.
• Partner with the contract provider on staffing and performance expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement in operations and training. Use metrics and alarm trends to spot vulnerabilities and reduce risk.
• Report and present updates to Security Managers.
• Implement security policies, deliver awareness training, and support investigations.
• Join CGS and facility project teams. Coordinate vendor and technical support with the CGS Service Delivery Team.
• Run ongoing security assessments against CGS standards and recommend mitigations.
• Keep security technology and programs functional and compliant.
• Partner with local law enforcement.
• Serve as designated FSO. Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DD254s, customer requirements, and company policy.
• Manage personnel-security actions, classified visits, and the handling of classified material (safeguarding, storage, transmission, destruction). Handle incident reporting and records.
• Implement classified-contract requirements with the Commercial Team and Program Management. Coordinate with CGS, SMO, Legal, HR, ISSM, IT, KMP, GSOC, cleared employees, and the ITPSO.
• Conduct self-inspections, track corrective actions, maintain DISS/NISS access, and support DCSA and customer audits.
• Serve as liaison to DCSA and government customers. Escalate risks and incidents promptly.
• Maintain an FSO continuity plan with a trained Corporate Security designee.

Experiences/Education - Required

• BS degree required, or 2-year degree plus 3-5 years of security experience.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience, including the ability to coach, train, and hold team members accountable.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain the personnel security clearance/access required for the position
• Ability to manage and administer a facility’s compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and DCSA security requirements, including safeguarding classified information, security procedures, and maintaining facility-clearance obligations.
• Ability to interpret, implement, and enforce federal security policies, regulations, and reporting requirements related to personnel security, physical security, insider threat, and incident management.
• Sound judgment, confidence, and the ability to make solid decisions while maintaining a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and customer-service skills; able to communicate effectively and tactfully at all organizational levels and externally.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, remain process-minded and detail-orientated, and exercise discretion in sensitive matters.
• Positive attitude, high initiative, and strong work ethic.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, security systems, and electronic platforms; ability to obtain and maintain access to DISS, NISS, and other required systems.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience in a corporate security function.
• ASIS CPP or PSP certification.
• Prior FSO experience.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,460.00 - $109,258.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.  
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on corningjobs.corning.com .