Industrial Security Analyst (PERSEC)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. INDUSTRIAL SECURITY ANALYST (PERSEC) SpaceX is looking for a multidisciplinary Industrial Security Officer (PERSEC) to serve as a Personnel Security Analyst within our Redmond, WA office. This is a chance to fill a critical role within a dynamic and high-tempo environment working on programs pushing the boundaries of industry and technology. A successful candidate will be a self-starter and problem-solver and will possess the ability to convey security requirements to a diverse group of technical personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; OR 3+ years of professional experience performing NISPOM-related security responsibilities in lieu of a degree
1+ years security experience in PERSEC performing responsibilities specifically within a SAP, SCI, and/or Collateral environment or a security field
Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government CI scope polygraph
Ability to travel in support of mission requirements, < 10%
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
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DISS, NBIS, JADE, TALON and Scattered Castles
Strong knowledge of the NISPOM, (32 CFR 117), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD 704), DoDM 5205.07, and other related security policies and procedures
Familiarity with SIMS

Responsibilities

Support all Personnel Security (PERSEC) aspects of a variety of missions at the SCI, SAP and Collateral level
Support all steps of PERSEC processing in an efficient manner, including pre-screening, clearance initiation, review of paperwork and customer submission
Be able to develop a deep understanding of the clearance processes for SCI, SAP and Collateral
Be able to develop a deep understanding of security clearance databases including DISS, NBIS, JADE, TALON, etc.
Successfully interact with a variety of government customers to ensure clearances are processed efficiently on the government side
Identify process improvement opportunities and question assumptions to make procedures as streamlined as possible
Manage all reporting requirements for the entirety of the cleared SpaceX population, to include foreign travel, life changes, incidents and adverse information
Coordinate indoctrinations and debriefings
Partner with Mission Management and government representatives to ensure SpaceX is providing the best possible security clearance support
Partner with internal stakeholder teams to reinforce their understanding of clearance holder requirements and ensure those requirements are met
Prepare for and assist with the PERSEC component of compliance inspections
Conduct security related inquires and incident reporting
Keep abreast of the latest security trends and policy updates, implementing innovative solutions and processes

Benefits

comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
access to a 401(k) retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.