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# Industrial Security Analyst II/III at Zone 5 Technologies

- **Company:** Zone 5 Technologies
- **Location:** San Luis Obispo, CA
- **Compensation:** $81k–$130k
- **Posted:** 2026-11-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-03
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/zone5technologies/jobs/5470071008

## Job description

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in precision weapons and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Our team of engineers and innovators are developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions to deliver affordable and scalable precision weapons, interceptors, and UAS.

We're building the next generation of munitions and unmanned systems for the United States and its allies. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on defense technology, you belong here.

Position Summary

The Industrial Security Analyst provides comprehensive security support for company facilities, personnel, and government programs operating within both classified and unclassified environments. This position supports the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in administering the company's industrial security program and ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), applicable Department of Defense and Intelligence Community requirements, customer-specific security requirements, and company policies.

The Industrial Security Analyst works closely with program management, engineering, operations, facilities, and government security representatives to identify security risks, implement appropriate safeguards, maintain personnel security requirements, and ensure classified operations are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing multiple security disciplines and priorities in a fast-paced defense contracting environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide industrial security support across personnel security, physical security, information security, operations security (OPSEC), insider threat, and classified program activities.
- Support the FSO in administering the facility's industrial security program and maintaining compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and applicable customer security requirements.
- Partner with program management, engineering, facilities, and government security representatives to ensure security requirements and program deliverables are understood and implemented.
- Administer personnel security activities, including clearance processing, onboarding and debriefing, access determinations, security records, and maintenance of personnel security information within DISS, NBIS, NISS, and other applicable government systems.
- Review and process personnel security reporting requirements, including foreign travel, foreign contacts, financial considerations, changes in personal status, adverse information, and other reportable activities in accordance with SEAD 3 and applicable government requirements.
- Conduct security briefings, initial security orientations, annual refresher training, foreign travel briefings, classified access briefings, and termination/debriefing activities.
- Develop, implement, maintain, and periodically review security policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), OPSEC plans, and other security documentation.
- Support classified information and material protection requirements, including storage, handling, transmission, accountability, reproduction, destruction, and transportation of classified material.
- Coordinate classified visits, visitor authorization, access verification, escort requirements, and classified/unclassified visitor control processes.
- Conduct and support security self-inspections, internal audits, physical security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and corrective-action activities.
- Investigate security incidents, violations, suspicious activity, and potential compromises; document findings and recommend corrective actions or risk-mitigation measures to the FSO and appropriate management.
- Develop, implement, and administer the organization's OPSEC program, including identification of critical information, vulnerabilities, threats, and appropriate countermeasures.
- Support the organization's Insider Threat Program, including required reporting, employee awareness, information sharing, and coordination with the Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO).
- Support physical security programs, including access control, intrusion detection systems, alarm response, CCTV, badging, facility inspections, entry/exit controls, and protection of restricted and classified areas.
- Assist with periodic alarm and guard response testing, physical security inspections, and validation of security systems and protective measures.
- Maintain accurate security records, visitor logs, training documentation, clearance records, incident documentation, inspection records, and other required security documentation.
- Identify security deficiencies and emerging risks that could affect personnel, facilities, classified information, contractual requirements, or business operations and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Interface professionally with employees, leadership, government customers, DCSA representatives, subcontractors, vendors, and other external stakeholders.
- Provide security support during exercises, inspections, government assessments, customer reviews, and other security-related activities.
- Respond to security incidents, alarms, and facility issues as required, including occasional after-hours support.
- Perform additional industrial security duties as necessary to support organizational and mission requirements.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in security management, homeland security, criminal justice, emergency management, intelligence, cybersecurity, or a related discipline; or equivalent relevant industrial security experience.
- Three to five years of progressively responsible experience supporting industrial security, government security, military security, intelligence, law enforcement, or defense-contractor security operations.
- Working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and federal requirements governing cleared contractors and classified information.
- Experience supporting multiple security disciplines, including personnel security, physical security, information security, OPSEC, visitor control, and security education.
- Experience conducting security briefings, investigations, inspections, audits, or compliance reviews.
- Ability to interpret government security requirements and translate them into practical organizational policies, procedures, and security controls.
- Strong organizational, analytical, written communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with security personnel, program teams, management, government representatives, and customers.
- Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain the level of U.S. Government security clearance required for assigned duties.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working within a cleared defense contractor operating under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
- Experience with DISS, NBIS, NISS, and other government security systems.
- Knowledge of SEAD 3, ICD 705, DoD security requirements, SAP security requirements, COMSEC, CUI, and applicable Intelligence Community Directives.
- Experience developing or maintaining OPSEC plans, Program Protection Plans, CONOPs, security SOPs, EAPs, security education programs, and physical-security procedures.
- Experience supporting classified facilities, closed areas, secure rooms, or other controlled environments.
- Experience working directly with DCSA, government security representatives, contracting organizations, and government customers.
- Experience with access-control systems, intrusion detection systems, CCTV, alarm monitoring, physical security assessments, and incident response.
- Experience coordinating the transportation, transmission, receipt, storage, accountability, or destruction of classified materials.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge of industrial security principles; sound judgment when handling sensitive or classified information; the ability to identify and mitigate security risks; strong investigative and analytical skills; excellent written and verbal communication; and the ability to effectively balance regulatory compliance with operational and program requirements.

Level II: $81,000 - $112,000/yr.

Level II: $99,000 - $130,000/yr. Pay range for this role $81,000—$130,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits:

- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
- 401k with company-match
- 3 weeks of paid time off each year
- 40 hours of sick time
- 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

- Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.

## About Zone 5 Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Zone 5 Technologies develops advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and next-generation munitions for U.S. Department of Defense customers, with a focus on modular, open-architecture designs and rapid prototyping.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace; prior to acquisition was privately held)
- **Headquarters**: San Luis Obispo, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2011
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing; Defense Technology
- **Target Customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), and allied military forces (B2G)
- **Mission Statement**: "Create the future" – focused on enabling modularity, collaboration, and rapid deployment of unmanned systems and munitions.

## Products & Services
- **Paladin UAS**: A multi-mission, TAK-integrated unmanned aircraft system that serves as an autonomous wingman. Capabilities include counter-UAS interception, precision munitions drop, and rifle takedowns. Listed on the DIU Blue UAS Refresh list, ensuring NDAA compliance and cybersecurity. (Hardware + Software)
- **White Spike Interceptor**: A modular, open-C2 missile and launcher system available in surface‑ and air‑launched configurations. Designed for counter-UAS and precision strike missions. (Hardware + Software)
- **Air Launched Effects (ALE)**: Low‑cost, digitally engineered effects for affordable mass and precision strike from mobility, bomber, and tactical aircraft. (Hardware + Software)
- **Next‑Gen Munitions**: Low‑cost containerized missile systems, including the Extended Range Attack Munition. (Hardware)
- **Engineering Services / R&D**: End‑to‑end system development including CONOPS, vehicle design, avionics, embedded hardware/software, ground control stations, and mission planning software.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (acquired by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace)
- **Key Metric**: Total headcount of 183 (LinkedIn, 2026‑07), representing +241.1% year‑over‑year growth
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (acquirer); DIU (multiple contract awards); U.S. Air Force
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 241% headcount growth in the last year
  - Selected for multiple DoD/DIU programs: Blue UAS Refresh, Low‑Cost Containerized Missiles, Counter UAS Next, Extended Range Attack Munition, Enterprise Test Vehicle
  - 108 active job postings (260% year‑over‑year increase)
  - 13,284 LinkedIn followers (+62% yearly)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical Integration**: Concept‑to‑production capability – design, manufacturing, testing, and sustainment in‑house.
- **Open Systems / Modularity**: MOSA/WOSA architectures enable rapid adaptation of vehicles, sensors, and weapons.
- **Blue UAS Listing**: Provides an Authority to Operate (ATO) for all DoD operators, a key differentiator for government contracts.
- **Flight‑Proven Hardware**: Paladin and White Spike have undergone extensive flight testing (SIL, HIL, flight tests).
- **Agile Prototyping**: Low‑cost, digitally engineered designs allow for fast iteration and unit‑cost discipline.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expanding DoD & Allied Contracts**: Leveraging recent DIU and Air Force wins to secure production orders for Paladin, White Spike, and missile systems.
- **Scaling Workforce & Capabilities**: Rapid hiring across engineering (GNC, embedded, avionics, flight test) to support increasing program loads.
- **International Expansion**: Acquisition by Kongsberg may open access to NATO and allied markets.
- **Next‑Gen Munitions**: Emphasis on affordable mass – developing low‑cost missiles for high‑volume procurement.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Ratings**: Employer rating 4.2/5 on LinkedIn (based on 8 reviews); Work‑Life 4.0, Compensation 3.6, Culture 3.4, Career 3.8.
- **Growth Opportunity**: 108 open positions across software, hardware, flight test, and manufacturing – strong upward mobility in a rapidly expanding company.
- **Technical Environment**: Tech stack includes Python, MATLAB, C++, CUDA, PyTorch, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, React, GitLab, Jenkins, and more – modern engineering tools.
- **Mission‑Driven Work**: Directly contribute to defense technology that is fielded today (Blue UAS, interceptor programs).
- **Location**: San Luis Obispo, CA – a vibrant college town near the Central Coast with outdoor lifestyle.
- **Hybrid/Remote**: Not specifically stated; most roles appear on‑site at one of three U.S. offices (San Luis Obispo, Fort Walton Beach FL, Fort Worth TX).

## Sources
1. [LinkedIn – Zone 5 Technologies](https://www.linkedin.com/company/zone-5-technologies)
2. [Company Website – zone5tech.com](https://www.zone5tech.com/)
3. [Greenhouse Careers Page](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/zone5technologies)
4. [robotics.press – Company Profile](https://robotics.press/news/zone-5-technologies-company-profile/)
5. [YouTube – Zone 5 Technologies](https://www.youtube.com/@Zone5Technologies)

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