Security Analyst

Overview

i3 is seeking a seasoned and autonomous Security Analyst to join our dynamic team supporting a US Army Project Office. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and trusted professional capable of leading new projects with minimal supervision. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of security disciplines, including foreign disclosure, physical security, information security, operations security, personnel security, and industrial security. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing concise, high-impact briefings to executive leadership on short notice and will demonstrate a deep commitment to protecting national security interests. This position is located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities

Access Control

• Manage and enforce access protocols for controlled and restricted areas.
• Develop, refine, and implement access control procedures in coordination with senior management.
• Maintain meticulous entry and exit records for all personnel, visitors, and vendors.
• Monitor CCTV and live video feeds to ensure facility security.

Reporting & Investigations

• Develop and disseminate comprehensive weekly, monthly, and quarterly security reports.
• Conduct thorough investigations into security incidents to determine root causes, assess the impact of compromises, and prevent future information loss.

Program & Contract Security

• Plan, coordinate, and lead integrated product team meetings and functional security interchanges.
• Serve as a technical security expert on federal contracts, providing critical input during pricing, negotiations, and throughout the project lifecycle.

General Security Operations

• Perform risk-based vulnerability assessments of facilities to ensure the safety of personnel and property.
• Develop and implement countermeasures utilizing the latest risk management tools and technologies.
• Coordinate and direct emergency and disaster response operations.
• Create, maintain, and manage all personnel security files and ensure contractor compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
• Conduct regular inspections of contractor facilities and negotiate formal security agreements.
• Develop and deliver security training programs to personnel on topics including espionage and sabotage awareness.
• Execute additional duties as required to protect national security information, military systems, and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in security, or a related field. Additional experience may substitute for degree.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in the security field.
• Travel: Up to 25%
• Must have current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong preference for candidates with prior experience supporting the MDA or missile test data environments, including familiarity with data flow, system integration, or analysis processes unique to test missions.
• Strong understanding of data management principles, including ingestion, parsing, cataloging, and metadata validation.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with scripting languages such as Python or R for data preparation and analysis.
• Working knowledge of metadata standards, data dictionaries, and validation procedures.
• Experience developing dashboards and visual reports in Power BI or Tableau.
• Ability to analyze data quality and performance metrics to identify process bottlenecks or anomalies.
• Strong communication skills; capable of translating technical data findings for non-technical audiences and leadership.
• Understanding of data governance policies, retention schedules, and secure handling of classified information.
• Collaborative and analytical mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!