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Principal Industrial Security Analyst

Yesterday Washington, DC

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 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)

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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 Washington, DC and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

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

Client-provided location(s): Washington, DC
Job ID: 8209754002
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-10-13T18:32:46

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion