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Deputy Director of Industrial Security

Anduril - Costa Mesa, CA, United States - In-office - posted 2026-09-24

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Salary: USD 166,000 - 220,000 / annual

Anduril Industries, a defense technology company, seeks an experienced Deputy Director of Industrial Security to lead enterprise-wide industrial security operations. You will oversee the strategic direction and operational execution of Anduril's security program, managing a large, geographically dispersed team across the United States including Regional Facility Security Officers (RFSOs), site-level Facility Security Officers (FSOs), and a centralized Personnel Security (PERSEC) team. Key responsibilities include: - Serve as the senior technical authority on 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), ensuring absolute enterprise-wide compliance across all cleared facilities - Leverage expertise with US government security policies, procedures, and industry experience as it relates to industrial security - Build a culture of compliance, operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement across all security functions - Establish team KPIs, conduct performance reviews, allocate resources effectively, and develop professional growth pathways for security personnel - In coordination with the security education manager, develop and deliver applicable security education topics to program personnel - Oversee and standardize Standard Practice Procedures (SPPs) for all cleared locations - Lead preparation efforts for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and internal self-inspections - Serve as an escalated point of contact for complex security violations and adverse information reporting; oversee and coordinate all activities related to FOCI (Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence) This is a critical leadership role requiring someone who can work within a collaborative team environment while taking independent action, analyzing problems, and providing security-focused solutions to Anduril and government personnel. REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's Degree and ten years of industrial security-related experience - Minimum of 5+ years directly managing large, cross-functional, and geographically dispersed teams (including managing managers/regional leaders) - Direct experience having served as an appointed Facility Security Officer (FSO) for a possessing/cleared facility - Exceptional time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to achieve goals and targets while handling multiple tasks - Ability to communicate and interact professionally and courteously both orally and in writing with all levels of employees, management, and customers - Experience integrating security operations following corporate Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) - Active Top Secret clearance required

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