Security Specialist

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

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. The Security Specialist will work in a dynamic fast-paced environment supporting programs for both the DoD and IC to develop, implement, and administer the security program in accordance with DoD 5205.07 manuals, DoD 5105.21 manuals, NISPOM and JSIG. The Security Specialist will be responsible for the personnel security, industrial security and information security. WHAT IS AIS? Anduril Intelligence Systems (AIS) is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of specialized engineering and products for Intelligence Community (IC) customers. We work within the IC to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and deliver exquisite capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers’ most pressing national security requirements. We are seeking an experienced Security Specialist to join our team and contribute to our success in maintaining battlefield overmatch through protecting the Government’s most advanced technologies from adversarial compromise. The Security Specialist will provide support to personnel with any personnel security requirement within our cleared portfolio. WHAT YOU'LL DO Interpret and implement security guidance, including ICDs, SEADs, 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), and other applicable policies and directives. Perform all facets of the Personnel Security Program, providing guidance and processing for Secret, Top Secret, and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearances and eligibility. This includes conducting security briefings, obtaining non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and managing other personnel security actions. Perform all aspects of physical security by providing day to day support for badging, access control and visitor control. Provide comprehensive program security support for program managers and other personnel, offering classification guidance, managing incoming and outgoing visit certifications, facilitating foreign travel reporting, and assisting with proposal development. Ensure strict adherence to classified material control procedures, encompassing proper accounting, handling, transmission, transportation, packaging, safeguarding, and destruction.Investigate security infractions and prepare required reports. Build and maintain strong relationships with government security counterparts. Develop and deliver mandatory and ad-hoc security awareness training programs, as required by regulations and requested by the customer. Collaborate with the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure proper authorization and approval of equipment entering secure areas. Partner with the ISSO and Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on the management and processing of information system access requests and accounts. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Possess a deep understanding of security principles, concepts, practices, products, and services, with the ability to implement mitigating controls and effectively disseminate security procedures. Demonstrated thorough knowledge of multiple DoD and service-specific security regulations and instructions, particularly NISPOM and DoDM 5202.07 Vol 2. JAFAN experience is preferred. Highly motivated, proactive, and professionally assertive self-starter capable of working independently. Proven ability to constructively engage, analyze, and resolve complex security challenges and situations. Superior verbal, written, and presentation skills, complemented by excellent interpersonal abilities. Proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Willingness to work flexible hours, including before/after typical office hours, and routinely travel between company locations within the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with DISS and/or Scattered Castles. SIMS or other security management tools. Minimum of five (5) years relevant specialized security experience. US Salary Range $113,000 - $149,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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