Job Description

Job Title: Security Analyst III

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL (On-site)

Clearance: Active Secret or higher

About the Role

ITC Defense is looking for an experienced Security Analyst III to join our team as an on-site Program Security Analyst supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). In this role, you’ll support MDA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program by conducting national security risk assessments for the SBIR/STTR Due Diligence Program.

You’ll also be the go-to security resource for the SBIR/STTR Program Management Office (PMO), handling or coordinating security matters across Information, Industrial, and Personnel Security. This role suits someone who works well on a team, has a strong investigative background, and wants their work to directly protect national security.

What You’ll Do

Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

• Review and assess proposals being considered for SBIR/STTR funding to identify any prohibited factors that could affect national security
• Write detailed assessment reports when risks are identified
• Advise the SBIR/STTR Program Manager and MDA senior leadership on potential or confirmed risks
• Facilitate and brief the MDA Due Diligence Risk Mitigation Review Board

Program Security Policy & Strategy

• Recommend updates and improvements to SBIR/STTR Program security policies, procedures, and systems
• Write, revise, and maintain Due Diligence Program protection and administrative strategies for all existing program processes
• Provide classification guidance, recommendations, and security support to government, military, and industry teams affiliated with the SBIR/STTR Program, so that proposals and contracts under consideration or approved for funding are properly safeguarded

Coordination & Partnerships

• Work with MDA Security Program Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to make sure all SBIR/STTR security processes follow agency policy
• Coordinate with the MDA Counterintelligence Program Office, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), and law enforcement as needed when national security or fraud concerns come up

Additional

• Occasional travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned

(Required)

• Active Secret security clearance or higher
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Security or Counterintelligence preferred)
• 8+ years of experience on missile defense programs or other large, complex DoD programs
• Proven ability to analyze technical documents for national security concerns
• Ability to work independently and to lead sub-teams in analyzing and resolving problems
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

(Preferred)

• Experience as a Federal Criminal Investigator, ideally in national security, financial crimes, or cybersecurity investigations (local or state police investigators with similar experience will also be considered)
• Background in national security, financial crimes, or cybersecurity investigations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Why work at ITC Defense:

• Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
• A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership

We are an organization of many diverse business opportunities, but each and every one of them centers around our people. ITC Defense Corp. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employment with ITC is at-will. ITC Defense welcomes resume submissions directly from individual job seekers. Unsolicited resumes from employment agencies will not be honored.

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ACCESSIBILITY- Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/selection process with ITC. Please refer to our website www.itcdefense.com/careers for further information on all our EEO/VEVRAA policies.

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