Investigations Analyst

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a dynamic and driven individual with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Our goal is to protect some of the world’s most advanced technologies including: rockets, Dragon capsules for human transport, inter-planetary transport vehicles, the world's largest satellite communications network, etc. As an industry leader, we are a target of adversaries, both foreign and domestic, focused on slowing us down and accessing our proprietary technology. The work we do will literally safeguard mankind becoming an interplanetary species. You will be responsible for the research, analysis, production, and dissemination of information relevant to protecting the safety and security of personnel, brand, global assets, intellectual property, and operations at SpaceX. This role will triage anomalous event data and analyze insider threat program datasets to respond to threats posed to SpaceX. You will use comprehensive understanding of various collection methods and platforms to explore new data sources, build effective queries, and combine information from disparate sources.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in internal investigations, information security, or IT; OR 4+ years professional experience in internal investigations, information security, counterintelligence, or IT in lieu of a degree
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical efforts and operations
Must be willing to travel ad hoc
Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to obtain one. With an active clearance, candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening including background check and drug/alcohol test as well as random drug and alcohol testing during employment

Nice To Haves

1+ year using a SIEM (Splunk, Panther, Exabeam, etc.) and/or conducting digital forensic investigations in government or corporate environment
Working level understanding of insider threat program missions, internal stakeholders, and manifestations of insider threats
Proficiency in Microsoft Purview for eDiscovery
Familiarity with continuous assessment and detection tuning concepts for insider risk.
Investigation experience conducting preliminary assessments, determining scope, investigation planning, evidence collection/handling, interviewing and reporting findings to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to conduct interviews on short notice according to established internal guidelines.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Can swiftly adapt to new technical environments and workflows on the fly
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while conducting highly sensitive tasks

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive investigations and analysis in support of SpaceX intellectual property and security
Uphold investigation and analytic tradecraft standards including confidentiality, objectivity, lawfulness, timeliness, and use of all available sources of information
Collect and analyze available program data to evaluate insider threat risk to SpaceX infrastructure, programs, and operations
Triage anomalous event data associated with indicators of data exfiltration, data destruction and other key indicators of concern
Conduct internal investigations working with Information Security, HR, Legal, Government Security, Physical Security, and external partners based on information derived from internal and external sources
Utilize network monitoring, data analytic, and other tools (DLP/SIEM/UEBA) to identify anomalous activity, initiate investigations and decipher underlying trends
Extract and organize insider threat program data to build metrics, reports and case studies addressing mission requirements and timelines
Communicate findings in a timely and accurate manner to team members, management, and relevant stakeholders
Support employee training and briefings for internal and external audiences
Liaise with external industry and government partners to benchmark insider threat program, share threat intelligence, and further investigations
Continuously identify and help implement program improvement methods
Manage and safeguard sensitive information, including case files, employee PII, and intelligence reports

Benefits

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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
Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.