Information Security & Program Protection Planning Analyst

Astrion•Huntsville, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is seeking a highly skilled Information Security & Program Protection Planning Analyst to support the Space Systems Command (SSC) Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) Program Office in Huntsville, AL. This role is critical to ensuring the protection of mission-critical space systems across the Space Sensing portfolio. The selected candidate will serve as a key advisor to government stakeholders, leading the development, integration, and sustainment of Program Protection Plans (PPP) and associated security frameworks across satellite and ground systems. This position sits at the intersection of acquisition, security engineering, and counterintelligence, ensuring that critical technologies, components, and mission capabilities are protected throughout the system lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field
(Experience substitutions are allowed per DoD standards)
8+ years of experience supporting DoD acquisition programs with a focus on:
Program Protection
System Security Engineering
Acquisition Security / Risk Management
Strong working knowledge of:
DoDI 5200.39, DoDI 5000.02, AFPAM 63-113
CPI / Critical Components protection methodologies
Experience evaluating acquisition documentation and contractor deliverables
Active Top-Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC) or Space Force programs
Background in space systems, satellite programs, or missile warning/tracking architectures
Familiarity with:
Anti-Tamper (AT) methodologies
Supply chain risk management
System Security Engineering (SSE) frameworks
Experience working within classified program environments and high-visibility acquisition efforts

Responsibilities

Lead the development and continuous update of Program Protection Plans (PPP) in accordance with DoDI 5200.39, DoDI 5000.02, and AFPAM 63-113
Support emerging and legacy Space Sensing satellite programs with tailored protection strategies
Ensure alignment of PPPs with Critical Program Information (CPI) and Critical Components (CC) protection requirements
Analyze and integrate inputs from: Counterintelligence Support Plans (CISP) Integrated Threat Assessments (ITA) System Threat Assessment Reports (STAR) Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans
Translate threat data into actionable protections and mitigation strategies
Develop, review, and maintain: Anti-Tamper Plans (ATP) Technology Assessment / Control Plans (TA/CP) Security Classification Guides (SCG) System Security Engineering Management Plans (SSEMP)
Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition security policies and lifecycle requirements
Evaluate acquisition artifacts for security compliance, including: Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) Configuration Change Proposals (CCPs) Task Change Proposals (TCPs)
Provide written risk assessments addressing cost, schedule, performance, and security impacts
Conduct contractor site visits to validate implementation of system security controls
Lead or support System Security Working Group (SSWG) activities
Perform Criticality Analysis (CA) to identify mission-critical functions and vulnerabilities
Support program office security libraries and documentation repositories (e.g., SharePoint/Livelink)