Protective Intelligence Lead Analyst

Title: Protective Intelligence Lead Analyst

Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States

Content: Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Protective Intelligence (PI) team at Anduril leads the charge in safeguarding our executives, brand, facilities, and operations through proactive threat identification and mitigation. We build and operate a mature PI program structured around seven key pillars: Threat Intake & Triage for centralized concern handling; Threat Monitoring & Collection for continuous open-source and social media surveillance; Assessment & Analysis for structured threat evaluations; Protective Intelligence Reporting for actionable insights; Operational Intelligence Support for real-time mission assistance; Case Management & Continuity for tracking persons/groups of concern; and Program Governance & Design for ethical oversight and metrics. Our mission is to anticipate and neutralize risks in the defense technology landscape, enabling Anduril's innovative work while protecting our people and mission from evolving global threats.

ABOUT THE JOB

As the Protective Intelligence Lead Analyst at Anduril Industries, you will be responsible for core analytical and operational functions within our Protective Intelligence program. You will drive threat monitoring, assessments, and reporting to support executive safety and geopolitical risk management, blending intelligence analysis with real-time support for high-stakes operations. This role is critical to maintaining our security posture in a dynamic defense environment, focusing on threats from state actors, ideological groups, and global instability. You will report to the Deputy Director or Strategic Security Services within our Corporate Security organization, based in Costa Mesa, CA.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design and execute threat monitoring using OSINT and social listening tools to track global developments, including protests, political unrest, diplomatic tensions, and nation-state activities impacting Anduril's personnel, operations, or leadership
• Conduct structured threat assessments and analyses, evaluating actors, intent, capability, behavioral indicators, and escalation pathways aligned with the program's pillars
• Develop and deliver actionable intelligence products, such as spot reports, risk profiles, and briefs, with clear implications and recommended protective measures for executives and stakeholders
• Provide operational intelligence support, including pre-mission briefs, real-time monitoring during executive movements or events, and assistance to EP, GSOC, investigations, and crisis response teams
• Manage case continuity for persons or groups of concern, performing cross-case pattern recognition, longitudinal analysis, and ensuring smooth handoffs with investigations, HR, Legal, and EP
• Contribute to program governance by developing SOPs, escalation paths, and metrics while staying aligned with ethical standards and industry best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams like Legal, Cybersecurity, Government Affairs, and external partners to integrate geopolitical risk into enterprise strategy and continuity planning
• Lead scenario planning and threat forecasting sessions to enhance organizational resilience against defense-sector specific risks, such as AI arms race or foreign interference
• Oversee third-party vendors for intelligence tools or support, and contribute to team development through training and documentation on threat trends
• Maintain liaison relationships with federal, military, and international security partners to enhance threat intelligence sharing

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Security Management, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in protective intelligence, threat assessment, or national security roles
• Demonstrated expertise in OSINT tools, social media monitoring, and geopolitical risk analysis
• Strong knowledge of threat assessment principles, including behavioral indicators and escalation pathways
• Experience producing analytical reports and briefs for executive audiences
• Proficiency in crisis management and real-time operational support
• Exceptional analytical writing, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Flexibility in schedule management, prioritization of tasks, and adaptability to rapidly changing environments
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional certifications such as Certified Threat Manager (CTM), CPP (Certified Protection Professional), or equivalent
• Background in military intelligence, diplomatic security, think tanks, or defense policy
• Experience with SaaS platforms for threat monitoring (e.g., Dataminr, Liferaft)
• Strong project management skills and experience building intelligence programs
• Familiarity with AI and defense sector sensitivities, including geopolitical forecasting
• Adept at working in fast-paced environments and making sound decisions under pressure

US Salary Range

$98,000—$130,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 

Healthcare Benefits 

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. 
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

 

Additional Benefits 

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. 
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. 
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. 
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. 
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development 
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. 
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

 

Retirement Savings Plan 

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. 
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. 
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

 

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

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