Security Analyst I

Iridium Satellite • McLean, VA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers. Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, fostering an empowering and inclusive culture. The Security Analyst I position is for individuals passionate about security and looking to grow their career with a team of like-minded Security professionals. This role will work with the Security and Facilities team to provide assistance in ensuring the safety and well-being of Iridium’s employees, contractors, and vendors. You will assist in the day-to-day physical and personnel security of Iridium by creating and maintaining badges, assigning training, submitting clearance and investigation information, and ensuring Iridium’s compliance with all applicable company and government requirements. You will thrive in this role if you are thorough, detail-oriented, and work well independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and relevant professional support experience
• 2+ years of relevant experience in Industrial Security preferred
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information and ideas to others
• Have confidence and be able to easily build meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your team
• Must be able to prioritize your tasks, be self-aware enough to identify and correct mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed
• Be active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge, and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with others
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be able to work at least 60% of your time (3 days per week) or more, as needed, in office
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Are detail-oriented and excel at being organized

Responsibilities

• Process internal access workflow requests
• Assist with badging and maintaining updates to access control badges
• Partner with HR to initiate required training for Iridium’s personnel and follow up to ensure timely completion
• Assist in updating training documentation/records
• Submit personnel clearance items in Government systems to include foreign travel, visits, and other reporting items
• Assist with initiating clearance investigations and upgrades, submitting investigation information, and reviewing SF86 documentation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date security documentation and records
• Submit required program documentation / requests
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all applicable Government requirements and manuals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees