2026 Strategic Security Analyst - Early Career Rotation Program

Anduril Industries

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Costa Mesa, CA
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2 days ago

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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · 2026 Strategic Security Analyst - Early Career Rotation Program

As part of Anduril's Strategic Security Services team in Costa Mesa, CA, the 2026 Strategic Security Analyst role is designed for early-career professionals to rotate through four specialized teams over a year. You will assess travel risks, contribute to global security operations, analyze threat intelligence, and support protective measures, developing real-time situational awareness and incident response skills. Additionally, you'll craft executive briefings and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business-wide security. The ideal candidate has a recent degree in relevant fields like Security Management or Criminal Justice, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools. Familiarity with threat intelligence frameworks is preferred, as well as the ability to thrive in high-stakes environments where quick judgment is crucial.

What you'll do

  • Assess travel risks and develop mitigation strategies for employees in high-risk environments.
  • Contribute to 24/7 monitoring operations, triaging incidents in the Global Security Operations Center.
  • Analyze threat intelligence data and disseminate coherent assessments to internal stakeholders.
  • Identify and mitigate threats to Anduril personnel and assets through proactive protective intelligence efforts.
  • Translate complex security information into clear executive briefings and written summaries.

What we're looking for

  • Recent graduate with a degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related fields.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information into clear outputs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for executive briefings and stakeholder meetings.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
  • Proven discretion and judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Prior internship or work experience in corporate security, intelligence analysis, or related fields.

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