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Security Analyst (Industrial Security Analyst 1)

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Industrial Security Analyst 1 to support security operations within a secured facility at our Net Center site in Newport News, VA. This role assists in administering and enforcing all security requirements in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) and internal security policies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities. They must be willing to learn, ask questions, identify issues, and collaborate to develop practical solutions that enhance overall security posture. This position requires professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to both receive and provide constructive criticism to support continuous improvement.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Aids in developing, maintaining and administering security programs and procedures for classified documents, and equipment in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117.
• Interpret, apply, and support the implementation of federal security regulations.
• Obtains rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
• Assists with maintaining manuals outlining regulations, and establishes procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting staff and visitors access to restricted records and materials.
• Aids in managing all aspects of security activities including document control, visitor control, and personnel security.
• Provide clear guidance to employees and ensure all potential security concerns or incidents are immediately reported and documented.
• Conduct required security briefings, debriefings, training sessions, and annual refreshers.
• Manage and safeguard classified materials, including receiving, controlling, storing, transmitting, packaging, and destruction per government regulation requirements.
• Assist the Lead Custodian in performing audits of classified materials to ensure inventory is accurate and in compliance with NISPOM.
• Administers Defense Information for Security System (DISS), National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), and Access/Portal Commander activity including processing and maintaining personnel security clearances and visit requests.
• Maintains visitor control functions and verifies visit authorization requests (VARs) for submission.
• Investigate and report security incidents, support mitigation strategies, and assist with corrective action documentation.
• Maintains all records in compliance with our security manual and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to engage constructively with strong personalities and maintain professionalism in dynamic environments.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, adapt, and stay current with evolving industrial security requirements.
• Ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and collaborate effectively to improve processes.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including comfort giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Strong knowledge and use of Department of Defense systems and applications which includes DISS, NBIS, NISS, SWFT.
• Knowledge and experience enforcing security policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Newport News Shipbuilding processes and procedures, highly desired.
• Knowledge and experience using an Inventory Management System such as Access Commander, desired.
• Experience in the management of a cleared facility.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance required at hire
• Physical Requirements Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.