Analyst I - Security (Program)

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Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Developing Professional Analyst I - Security (Program) to support various aspects of security, including but not limited to Information Security, Personnel Security (PERSEC), Program Security, Operations Security (OPSEC), and Communications Security (COMSEC).  This position provides an opportunity to develop expertise across multiple aspects of government security.

The selected candidate will receive mentorship and formal instruction while progressively taking on additional security responsibilities. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, eager to learn, and able to manage sensitive information and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day security operations including Information Security, Personnel Security (PERSEC), Program Security, Physical Security, Operations Security (OPSEC), and Communications Security (COMSEC). 
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) activities, including monitoring security controls, maintaining compliance documentation, and tracking required actions.
• Assist with personnel security activities, including clearance administration, onboarding/offboarding, security briefings, and security education.
• Assist with computer and network access management, including processing access requests, verifying required approvals, and supporting the provisioning and removal of access.
• Support Insider Threat Program activities, including awareness initiatives and compliance efforts.
• Maintain security records, documentation, and databases in accordance with applicable policies, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Support security audits, inspections, compliance reviews, and corrective actions.
• Support the protection and accountability of COMSEC materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and government security representatives to resolve routine security matters and appropriately escalate security concerns.

 

Requirements/Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Typically requires 0–3 years of professional, military, academic, administrative, operational, IT, security, or related experience. Equivalent leadership or organizational experience will be considered.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph. Successful completion of the required background investigation and polygraph is a condition of employment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply complex policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to support and adapt to a diverse portfolio of duties.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience supporting government, defense, aerospace, intelligence, or security-related programs.
• Familiarity with NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117, SCI security requirements, COMSEC, Personnel Security, Insider Threat, or Information Security.
• Familiarity with CONMON, security controls, compliance monitoring, risk management, or access management.
• Experience with security documentation, audits, inspections, or compliance tracking.
• Military experience in security, intelligence, IT, operations, or leadership.

Benefits

• Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
• Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
• Restricted Stock Grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care
• Legal
• Employee Assistance Plan

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Pay
• Absence Time - "Sick Pay"
• 10 Paid Holidays

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Other, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70,304 - $143,000.*Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

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