Insider Threat Program Lead - CI & Security Expert

SpaceNews; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire is seeking an experienced Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) to develop, implement, and oversee the company’s Insider Threat Program in compliance with 32 CFR 117 and relevant DoD/IC regulations.

The role involves leading risk assessments, collaborating with HR, IT, Security, Legal, and Supply Chain, and serving as the liaison with government agencies and law enforcement. Travel to various locations will be required.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with a current/active Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain/maintain SCI/SAP access(es).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum of ten or more years of counterintelligence experience, within the U.S. government, military, or DIB.
• Expertise in insider threat mitigation, counterintelligence investigations, and behavioral analysis.
• Strong background in supply chain risk management (SCRM), and vendor threat assessments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills and adaptability within a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of national security policies, CFRs, and related directives.
• Experience with DOD, SCI and SAP personnel security procedures and requirements.
• Must have OPSEC Level I certification or be able to obtain certification within 30 days of starting.
• Must have (ITPLO) Insider Threat Program Lead Official certification from or be able to obtain within 90 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company’s Insider Threat Program in compliance with 32 CFR 117.
• Establish policies, procedures, and training programs to detect, deter, and mitigate insider threats and counterintelligence issues.
• Lead insider threat working groups, engaging with internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, IT, Security, Legal) to conduct risk and threat assessments, perform behavioral analysis, and manage emerging risks and vulnerabilities, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated approach to investigating security threats within the company.
• Serve as the primary liaison with government agencies, law enforcement (LE), and intelligence entities, referring insider threat and counterintelligence matters to the appropriate CI, Security, and/or LE authority.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to evaluate subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors for potential risks before contract execution. Provide informed recommendations to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities and minimize the impact of risk on the company’s operations, reputation, and financial performance.
• Develop and implement Operational Security (OPSEC) plans, and Program Protection Implementation plans to safeguard critical assets, classified programs, and facilities.
• Conduct threat vulnerability assessments to identify security gaps and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the technical expert on Insider Threat, and counter-proliferations issues involving facilities where CPI resides, and facilities supporting RDA activities for National Security.
• Actively participate in relevant forums with counterparts, such as CI, counter-proliferation, and RDA working groups to stay informed of emerging threats.
• Conduct foreign travel pre-briefings and debriefings for personnel traveling abroad on official or personal business, ensuring they understand risks associated with foreign intelligence collection efforts.
• Provide awareness and training on how individuals are targeted at conferences and symposiums, including social engineering tactics, elicitation techniques, and recruitment efforts by foreign intelligence entities.
• Occasional travel will be required.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI clearance

Counterintelligence

Supply chain risk management

OPSEC

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Redwire is seeking an experienced Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) to develop, implement, and oversee the company’s Insider Threat Program in compliance with 32 CFR 117 and relevant DoD/IC regulations.

The role involves leading risk assessments, collaborating with HR, IT, Security, Legal, and Supply Chain, and serving as the liaison with government agencies and law enforcement. Travel to various locations will be required.