SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PRINCIPAL INDUSTRIAL SECURITY ANALYST

SpaceX is seeking a Principal Industrial Security Analyst to drive and manage SpaceX's classified physical security buildouts and projects. The program focuses on the following major areas:

• Physical security: ensure compliance with all Intelligence Community, DoD SAP Security Manuals, and NISPOM requirements
• Project management: expert ability to interact with general contractors and vendors to keep efforts on schedule and budget
• Communications: be "the face" of the industrial security program to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g. customer, regulatory, government, and supplier entities)

The successful candidate will take complete ownership of Government Security Programs (GSP) physical security efforts to ensure SpaceX delivers on customer requirements, reduces risk, and ensures mission success. We are a fast-paced, multi-tasking, highly dynamic work environment with high degrees of autonomy and accountability.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide ownership of all SCI, SAP, and collateral physical security efforts within a fast-paced environment
• Assist in strengthening the physical security-related knowledge base and skillset of other team members
• Complete and manage applicable CUA’s, CONOPS, OPSEC Plans, and PPP’s
• Oversee all access control and intrusion detection system functions within secure spaces
• Manage applicable vendor relations
• Participate in security-related inquiries
• Attend and provide support to various customer meetings and working groups
• Create training and development plans for employees
• Own physical security-related compliance and inspection activities
• Support launch security efforts
• Support other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of security-related experience performing NISPOM-related security responsibilities
• 8+ years of security-related experience performing responsibilities specifically within a SCI/SAP environment
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Strong knowledge of the NISPOM, DoD SAP Security Manuals, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related security policies and procedures
• Familiarity with DISS, NBIS, CORE, TALON and JADE

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government CI scope polygraph
• Ability to travel in support of mission requirements between Washington DC, Starbase, Redmond, and Cape Canaveral - up to 60%
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed in support of mission-critical deadlines and milestones
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Principal Industrial Security Analyst/Principal: $165,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.