Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of a company's employees, contractors, and vendors? Do you want to be part of a team committed to maintaining the highest security standards? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our security team is seeking an experienced Principal Security Analyst to join us. In this role, you will work independently to develop and implement processes and methodologies that enhance security across the company. You'll have the opportunity to ensure the day-to-day physical and personnel security of assigned facilities and that all security procedures are followed. You can contribute to a dynamic and exciting work environment as a team member. We want to hear from you if you're ready for this exciting challenge!

What You’ll Do:

• Be responsibile for risk mitigation and protection, safeguarding company assets, personnel, and information from various threats
• Implement robust security measures and protocols to reduce the risk of disruptions to operations and potential financial losses
• Ensure security practices comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Maintain operational resilience by anticipating and preparing for potential security incidents or emergencies, with the goal of minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity
• Implement efficient security measures and evaluate security technologies, processes, and resources to optimize spending while maximizing protection
• Support new company initiatives by providing security assessments and recommendations for safe experimentation and development
• Act as Facility Security Officer (FSO), Contractor Security Officer (CSO), and Contractor Program Security Officer and manage and own all Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) by sponsor requirements while maintaining interactions with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Industrial Security and Counterintelligence representatives
• Manage personnel security clearance requirements
• Manage required security awareness education
• Work independently to lead various government security reviews/audits, conduct and document government-required self-inspections, and drive corrective actions
• Conduct and document investigations into compliance, security violations, and compromises of classified information
• Maintain broad expertise and knowledge regarding security standards, leveraging the knowledge to develop recommendations on best practices while being a mentor to the team

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 10+ years of experience as an FSO, Assistant FSO, Contract Special Security Officer (CSSO) and Special Security Officer (SSO)
• Completion of the Facility Security Officer (FSO) courses and certification through the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
• Thorough working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Personnel Security and Adjudicative Guidelines, Director, Central Intelligence Directives (DCID), and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)
• Experience with Defense Information System for Security (DISS), e-QIP (electronic SF86), Secure Web Fingerprint Transmission (SWFT), National Industrial Security System (NISS), and other security forms and security management databases
• Experience in managing DoD Open Storage areas, SCIFs, etc.
• Experience in reviewing Request for Proposals, contracts, and DD254s for security requirements
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently and recognize and adapt to different communication techniques
• Can quickly build meaningful relationships with others, including senior leadership outside of your department, and is comfortable providing constructive feedback to your team members and management
• Be able to analyze a situation or problem, generate effective solutions, and see those solutions through to completion
• Must possess the creativity and resourcefulness needed to make reliable decisions and determine methods for new assignments
• Can thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities
• Be proactive in sharing knowledge you’ve learned with others

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Experience with classified Automated Information Systems (AIS)
• Knowledge of COMSEC
• Knowledge of Security Information Management System

We’ll also need you to:

• Be able to travel up 50%
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Have a current Top Secret/SCI Personnel Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one

 Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or a home office. It is largely sedentary, with the majority of the time spent sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment, including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.