Personnel Security Lead

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Serve as a member of Anduril Industries Security Services Team supporting employees throughout the United States. Works within a collaborative team environment and takes independent action, analyzes problems, and provides focused solutions to effectively communicate information to various audiences orally and through written communications. Leverages expertise with US government security policies and procedures as it relates to the personnel security program. Maintain responsibility for updates to various databases, security clearance processing, and review documentation for accuracy and completeness. Address personnel security matters and other clearance-related actions for personnel requiring clearances for collateral and SCI positions. Interact daily with internal and external clients and government security officials to resolve issues.

• Lead our PERSEC team by motivating and guiding them in their roles, and providing consistent communication and honest feedback.
• Set goals and organize tasks, keeping all PERSEC team members on track and accountable for their piece(s) and tracking team progress.
• Liaison with the Deputy Director of Industrial Security on team progress, deadlines, workflows, and goals.
• Oversee our clearance and access processes (including SAP and SCI), classified visit processes (including SAP and SCI), adverse information submission process, and other processes as assigned.
• Train and develop new PERSEC employees nationwide. Travel to assist in training as appropriate/applicable.
• Ensure all PERSEC-related training and documentation is up-to-date with PERSEC roles, responsibilities, and processes.
• Ensure team compliance with company as well as government policy and procedures including 32 CFR Part 117, DoD Manual 5205.07 Volume 2, and individual collateral, SAP, and SCI policy and guidance.
• Provide subject matter expertise on clearance, SAP, and SCI personnel security-related requirements.
• Proficient at using and learning DISS, NBIS, JADE, and other databases.
• Identify inefficiencies in the PERSEC department and identify possible solutions.
• Delegate tasks to ensure equitable work amongst the team.
• Work with the Deputy Director of Industrial Security on headcount needs and personnel management, providing input on employees and helping to resolve conflicts when needed.
• Be a part of our PERSEC team and lead a PERSEC team which has duties as outlined below:
• Manage and initiate personnel clearances background investigations and process visit access requests (VARs) and mandatory SEAD 3 reporting via Defense Information System for Security (DISS).
• Provide employees with personnel security guidance consistent with the 13 adjudicative guidelines to assist them in managing their clearances.
• Handle in-person and virtual requests and inquiries, as it pertains to Security Services Help Request, Security Information Management System (SIMS), Security Forms, Incoming/Outgoing Visit Request, New Hire Orientation Briefings, Cleared Employee Training, Foreign National Contacts and Foreign Travel Briefings.
• Process visitor requests; enters clearance information into the visitor database and/or researches information in DISS and SIMS clearance database.
• Coordinate classified meetings requiring VARs; liaison between Security Services and Anduril meeting hosts to facilitate meetings.
• Manage SCI billet program; prepares nomination packages, coordinates with customer sponsor’s COR and SSO, submits SCI VARs through customer sponsor, and assist with scheduling indoctrination and debriefing appointments.
• Prepare SAP Program Access Requests (PARs), review SAP Pre-Screening Questionnaires, and coordinate with Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSOs) on PAR/PSQ submissions and SAP VARs.
• Manage the SIMS security database with clearance, access, visit, and adverse information.
• Communicate with Anduril employees on additional information requests.
• Enforce Anduril’s security policies and procedures.
• Update SIMS and other databases for clearance and visitor tracking.
• Ensure Anduril information in the DISS is accurate and timely.
• Assist the Security Services Team, as needed.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• 3+ years of experience working in a PERSEC role
• Familiarity with clearance, SCI, and SAP PERSEC processes
• Background investigation and/or adjudication experience a plus
• High school diploma
• Possesses excellent organization and tracking skills, and attention to detail and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with conducting briefings and debriefings; ability to clearly explain security processes and procedures.
• Experience with DoD 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Experience with DoD clearance processes such as DISS, eQIP, SF86, and SIMS is desired.
• Proficiency in use of computers and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and courteously both orally and in writing with all levels of employees and guests.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality is required. Anduril is an “in-person” office.
• Ability to handle multiple demands and prioritize workload based on urgency.
• Must hold a current U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Familiar with DISS and NISS updates.
• Familiarity with SIMS or other security software.

US Salary Range: $90,000 - $135,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top-tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process.