Program Security Manager

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Program Security Manager to provide embedded security support across classified contracts and collaborate with program teams to protect personnel, information, and facilities.

The role requires interpreting DoD and federal security requirements, developing robust security programs, delivering security education, and coordinating incident response and OPSEC planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and seven years of industrial security experience.
• Excellent time management and prioritization to meet multiple tasks.
• Experience conducting security briefings and debriefings.
• Experience implementing Personnel, Physical, Communications and Operations Security programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly with all levels in writing and verbally.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated program security support on assigned classified contracts.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, DoDM 5205.07, and applicable customer‑specific security requirements as outlined in multiple DD‑254s.
• Advise the Contractor Program Manager on security initiatives by identifying issues that potentially impact business operations.
• Assist in preparation of various security plans, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), as required for the movement, transportation, delivery, storage, and operation of classified information and hardware.
• Develops, implements, and administers Operational Security (OPSEC) and Program Protection planning requirements by ensuring compliance with government and company regulations.
• Coordinate classified meetings requiring incoming/outgoing VARs; liaison between Security Services and Anduril meeting hosts to facilitate meetings.
• In conjunction with program requirements, develop and execute a robust and comprehensive security program encompassing multiple security disciplines and efforts.
• In coordination with the security education manager, develop and deliver applicable security education topics to program personnel.
• Report and investigate security incidents specific to their assigned program and recommend mitigations to program and security leadership.

Skills

Time management

Prioritization

Security briefings

Security disciplines

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Security Team at Anduril is the cornerstone of defense, employing unparalleled security measures and state-of-the-art technology to ensure the protection of our people, assets, operations, and innovations. Given the unique nature of this company, our team supports a host of standard and non-standard taskings integrating physical and digital measures to stay ahead of evolving threats. We also uphold stringent industry and government compliance, creating a secure environment that nurtures the development of cutting-edge defense solutions and ensures Anduril's continued growth and innovation in a complex global landscape.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Program Security Manager will provide embedded security support to a dynamic and robust program with classification levels spanning from collateral to SAP/SCI. The Program Security Manager must be able to understand and interpret security requirements outlined in 32 CFR Part 117, DoDM 5205.07, and applicable customer‑specific security requirements. Must be able to work within a collaborative team environment and take independent action, analyze problems, and provide security focused solutions to Anduril and government personnel.

The position requires a self‑motivated candidate able to operate in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, with the ability to quickly establish trust and partnership with the program team. Must be able to leverage expertise with US government security policies, procedures and industry experience as it relates to Industrial & Special Programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide dedicated program security support on assigned classified contracts. Security support will include personnel and physical security initiatives for program personnel, spaces, and activities.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117, DoDM 5205.07, and applicable customer‑specific security requirements as outlined in multiple DD‑254s.
• Engage and advise the Contractor Program Manager on security related initiatives by identifying issues that potentially impact business operations.
• Assist in preparation of various security plans, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), as required for the movement, transportation, delivery, storage, and operation of classified information and hardware.
• In conjunction with program requirements, develop and execute a robust and comprehensive security program encompassing multiple security disciplines and efforts.
• In coordination with the security education manager, develop and deliver applicable security education topics to program personnel.
• Report and investigate security incidents specific to their assigned program and recommend mitigations to program and security leadership.
• Develops, implements, and administers Operational Security (OPSEC) and Program Protection planning requirements by ensuring compliance with government and company regulations.
• Coordinate classified meetings requiring incoming/outgoing VARs; liaison between Security Services and Anduril meeting hosts to facilitate meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma and seven years of industrial security‑related experience
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to achieve goals and targets while handling multiple tasks
• Experience with conducting security briefings, debriefings and have the ability to clearly explain security processes and procedures
• Experience implementing multiple security disciplines to include Personnel, Physical, Communications and Operations Security programs and requirements
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and courteously both orally and in writing with all levels of employees, management and customers
• Reliable attendance and pun