Senior Industrial Security Analyst

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Arete is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Security Officer for the execution and sustainment of comprehensive security programs for assigned efforts with contractually mandated security requirements that exceed standard NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) compliance. This position will serve as a liaison to government security representatives, ensuring full alignment with DoD policy and directives while maintaining a proactive and audit-ready security posture across all assigned programs.

This position is responsible for supporting industrial and program security operations within a comprehensive security program. The selected candidate will work closely with the program security team, contributing to program-specific security tasks and ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. Reporting to the Program Security Manager, this position plays a key role in sustaining compliance, integrity, and effectiveness of security operations across multiple classified program environments.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in personnel security (PERSEC) functions, including SEAD 3 reporting, nominations, badge access requests, indoctrinations, various briefings, and debriefings, and will assist in preparing for and supporting government inspections and compliance assessments. Demonstrated proficiency with DoD and government security directives, including DoDM 5205.07 Volumes 1-4 (SAP Security Manual), ICD 705 (Physical Security and SCIF Standards), and NISPOM / 32 CFR Part 117, ensuring compliance across security programs.

This role will help implement and manage program-specific security policies, procedures, and documentation. The candidate should be skilled in collaborating with internal customers and U.S. Government security representatives, maintaining personnel security records, and contributing to the development and delivery of security education and training. A strong team-oriented mindset and a proactive approach to sustaining compliance and program continuity are essential. This position is based at our Northridge, CA office and is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

Foreign Travel & Reporting:

ICD 705 / SCIF Construction & Compliance

• Collaborate with Security Team and Stakeholders on compliance for physical/technical security requirements during facility renovations or new construction.

Collaboration & Support

• Work in partnership with the Security Team learning processes, supporting ongoing efforts, and contributing collaboratively to secure operations.
• Collaborate with the Security Manager, and provide support as needed.
• Serve as one of the points of contact and escort for vendors performing maintenance, upgrades, or installations.
• Participate in government security inspections, and support audit readiness.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support after-hours and emergency response activities related to security systems or construction.
• Serve as the SCIF Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with facility safety procedures, conducting routine safety inspections, maintaining emergency equipment, and coordinating response actions in accordance with applicable security and safety protocols.
• Assist with enforcement of prohibited electronic device (PED) policies and perform entry/exit inspections as required.
• In coordination with the Security Manager, maintain inspectable records in accordance with DoD, IC, and NISPOM guidelines (32 CFR Part 117).
• Support additional security tasks or projects assigned by the Security Manager.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement

Financial:

• Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Assistance

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave

What We Value:

• Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
• Integrity and responsibility in all actions
• Collaboration across teams and specialties
• Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
• Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Top-Secret clearance and eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, including formal approval (read-in) to a Special Access Program (SAP)
• Proficient in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to produce professional-level security documentation and reports.

Nice to have (Preferred Skills):

• Ability to work as a team member while simultaneously functioning independently and accepting responsibility for assigned actions
• Proven ability to contribute to teamwork, cohesion, and proactive problem-solving
• Experience with routine handling, transporting, documenting, and accounting for classified material
• Developing solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

The salary range for this role is $90,000/yr to $120,000/yr; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Considerations

Arete is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.

Arete is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

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