Security Investigations Program Lead

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
60 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

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About Anduril Industries

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.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Security Investigations Program Lead

The Security Investigations Program Lead (West) joins the Counterintelligence and Security Investigations Team to safeguard the workforce and supply chain by identifying risks and delivering actionable investigative insights. This role involves strategizing, socializing, and implementing a comprehensive security investigations capability for the Western region. The successful candidate will manage the investigation process, gather evidence from documents and digital data, perform root cause analysis, and develop internal standard operating procedures. Key responsibilities include leading complex investigations into internal and external threats, conducting witness interviews, and maintaining partnerships with law enforcement agencies. Required skills include expertise in investigative case management systems, digital forensic tools, and interview techniques. The role addresses the critical business problem of protecting products, facilities, and personnel from insider threats and counterintelligence risks within a fast-paced, dynamic operational environment requiring high levels of confidentiality.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement internal standard operating procedures and strategic protocols for security investigations.
  • Lead complex investigations into internal and external threats across the Western region.
  • Collect and analyze evidence including digital data, documents, and witness statements to perform root cause analysis.
  • Manage the full investigation lifecycle, including evidence preservation, case management, and reporting findings.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Conduct interviews with witnesses and subjects to gather information for active cases.
  • Identify investigative trends to inform risk mitigation strategies and policy enhancements.
  • Ensure all investigations comply with legal, regulatory standards, and internal confidentiality requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Security, Intelligence Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
  • 8 years of relevant work experience conducting or supporting security investigations, including leadership roles.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a high-level security clearance (Top Secret/SCI may be required).
  • Experience leading complex security investigations in fast-paced, rapidly evolving threat environments.
  • Familiarity with insider threat or counterintelligence-related investigations.
  • Proficiency with digital forensic tools, investigative case management systems, and interview techniques.
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate multiple data sets and communicate complex risks effectively.
  • Excellent critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.

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