Industrial Security Analyst (CSSO/CPSO)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

On-site in Hawthorne, CA

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst to join our security team as a multidisciplinary officer responsible for safeguarding classified programs, coordinating with Mission Management, engineering teams, and government partners to ensure proper protection measures.

This on‑site role requires a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, strong NISPOM knowledge, and the ability to navigate complex security processes; SpaceX offers a comprehensive package of medical,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years security experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience in SCI or collateral environments.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; pre-employment polygraph may apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Mission Management and government representatives to meet program deliverables.
• Ensure understanding of program classification requirements and protections for engineers and teams.
• Assist with self-inspections, audits, inquiries, and personnel clearance upkeep.
• Support CONOPS, OPSEC plans, PPIPs, and MFRs for government approval.

Skills

Security analysis

NISPOM knowledge

SCI eligibility

Top Secret clearance

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

3+ years security experience in lieu of degree

Tools

DISS

NBIS

TALON

Scattered Castles

Job description

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 (CSSO/CPSO)

SpaceX is looking for a multidisciplinary Industrial Security Officer to serve as a Security Analyst within our Hawthorne, CA 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Mission Management and government representatives to ensure program deliverables are met
• Partner with Mission Management and engineering teams to ensure their understanding of the program classification requirements and protections needed
• Assist with compliance related activities to include self‑inspections, audits, and inquiries
• Participate in aspects of the initiation, management and upkeep of personnel clearances for responsible programs
• Assist with CONOPS, OPSEC Plans, PPIPs, MFRs, etc. as needed for approval by government customer
• Coordinate transportation plans and courier documents for any transportation of classified program materials or assets
• Ensure security SOPs are up to date, approved, and being followed
• Support all annual refresher, INDOC, and exit briefings as needed in accordance with policy and government customer requirements
• Assist with the review of clearance packages for accuracy and completeness and initiates follow up actions as necessary
• Ensure all reportable information to including foreign travel and foreign contact, financial, personal conduct, etc., are up to date

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree; OR 3+ years of security experience performing NISPOM-related security responsibilities in lieu of a degree
• Experience performing responsibilities specifically within an SCI or collateral environment
• 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's or master's degree
• Strong knowledge of the NISPOM, DoD SAP Security Manuals, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related security policies and procedures
• Familiarity with DISS, NBIS, TALON and/or Scattered Castles

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
• Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government CI scope polygraph
• Must be able to possess and maintain a CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Ability to travel in support of mission requirements
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends as needed in support of mission‑critical deadlines and milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00
Level 2: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 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.

Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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